If You're Gonna Leave
Emerson Hart Lyrics
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Maybe I'm the fool in your eyes
Maybe I'm the weak one
Maybe I'm a lie in disguise
Maybe I'm angry
'Cause I'm the one who's always wrong
Maybe I'm not the one who's so strong
But did ya think about it?
Did ya pull it in and pull out?
Could you live without me?
Did you ever really have a doubt?
But do you understand it, baby
When you say it's over, it's done?
Maybe I'm not the one
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better get going
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
What ya did and what ya didn't
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better start running
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
What it might have been
We can stand on reason
We can fight about all the things
This isn't for forever
This is more than a wedding ring
But do you understand it, baby
When you say it's over, it's done?
Maybe I'm not the one
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better get going
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
What I did and what I didn't
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better start running
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
Whoa, did it happen again?
The things that you wanted
For being a friend
How did it happen again?
Just look onward, baby
'Cause some day you might need a friend
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better get going
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
What we did and what we didn't
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better start running
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
I ain't wasting no more time
What it might have been
The lyrics of Emerson Hart's “If You're Gonna Leave” delve into a relationship that is on the brink of falling apart. The singer acknowledges that there may be some truth in their lover’s accusations of being a joker, a fool, and a lie in disguise. He accepts that he might not always be right, but he questions whether his partner has truly thought about the consequences of their decision to leave. He wonders if they will regret their actions and if they truly understand the finality of ending the relationship.
The chorus exudes a sense of finality as the singer declares that they are not going to waste any more time on what might have been or what could have been done differently. They urge their lover to leave if they are going to, and to do it quickly so that there are no further delays or lingering doubts. The singer takes control of the situation by asserting that they will not spend any more time fighting or arguing about what was or wasn't done.
The bridge of the song offers a sense of hope and support, as the singer tells their lover to look ahead and focus on the future as they may need a friend in the days to come. Overall, the lyrics of “If You're Gonna Leave” showcase the complicated emotions that arise when two people decide to end their relationship and the difficulty of moving on.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe I'm the joker
Perhaps I'm the one who makes light of things and hides behind humor.
Maybe I'm the fool in your eyes
Perhaps you see me as a foolish person.
Maybe I'm the weak one
Perhaps I'm the one who lacks strength and fortitude.
Maybe I'm a lie in disguise
Perhaps I'm not the person I appear to be.
Maybe I'm angry
Perhaps I'm upset and frustrated.
'Cause I'm the one who's always wrong
Because it seems like I'm always at fault.
Maybe I'm not the one who's so strong
Perhaps I'm not the one who possesses great strength.
But did ya think about it?
Have you even considered the consequences?
Did ya pull it in and pull out?
Have you thought about the situation carefully before making a decision?
Could you live without me?
Do you believe you can live your life without me?
Did you ever really have a doubt?
Did you ever question your decision?
But do you understand it, baby
But do you really comprehend the gravity of the situation?
When you say it's over, it's done?
Are you aware that when you utter those words it's final?
Maybe I'm not the one
Perhaps I'm not the person you need or want in your life.
So if you're gonna leave
If you've decided to go your separate way,
Yeah, you better get going
Then you should leave now.
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
There's no point in procrastinating or prolonging the inevitable.
What ya did and what ya didn't
Whatever action you took or failed to take doesn't matter anymore.
Yeah, you better start running
You should make haste and depart immediately.
What it might have been
What could have been is now irrelevant.
We can stand on reason
We can use logic and rationale to work things out.
We can fight about all the things
We can argue and disagree on various topics.
This isn't for forever
This relationship isn't necessarily permanent.
This is more than a wedding ring
This relationship is about more than material possessions and symbols.
Whoa, did it happen again?
Did history repeat itself?
The things that you wanted
The things you desired and sought after.
For being a friend
For merely being there for you.
How did it happen again?
What led to this situation happening yet again?
Just look onward, baby
Just keep moving forward, my dear.
'Cause some day you might need a friend
Because one day you might need someone to support you.
I ain't wasting no more time
I don't have any more time to waste on this relationship.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Emerson Hart
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Maybe I'm the joker
Maybe I'm the fool in your eyes
Maybe I'm the weak one
Maybe I'm a lie in disguise
Maybe I'm angry
'Cause I'm the one who's always wrong
Maybe I'm not the one who's so strong
But did ya think about it?
Did ya pull it in and pull out?
Could you live without me?
Did you ever really have a doubt?
But do you understand it, baby
When you say it's over, it's done?
Maybe I'm not the one
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better get going
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
What ya did and what ya didn't
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better start running
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
What it might have been
We can stand on reason
We can fight about all the things
This isn't for forever
This is more than a wedding ring
But do you understand it, baby
When you say it's over, it's done?
Maybe I'm not the one
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better get going
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
What I did and what I didn't
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better start running
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
Whoa, did it happen again?
The things that you wanted
For being a friend
How did it happen again?
Just look onward, baby
'Cause some day you might need a friend
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better get going
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
What we did and what we didn't
So if you're gonna leave
Yeah, you better start running
'Cause I ain't wasting no more time
I ain't wasting no more time
What it might have been
Ben Ghazi
This is a great song that not enough people got to hear.
Jonathan Moore
I know I love it I'm with you
Deb Knauff
Emerson's music helped me in a troubled time in my life. I am forever grateful for his songs like this one and "I wish the best for you" because he pulled me through. Sometimes listening to songs you can relate to will help you feel stronger and help you get back on your feet again. Love ya Emerson! And thank you!
Thrasher
How does this song only have 131,000 views in 9 years? Such good music going virtually unnoticed.
Louis Wilson
This is why Emerson Hart is such a great singer-songwriter!!!
Louis Wilson
@Ant Hartis agreed!!!
Ant Hartis
One of the best and needs to be more recognized for it.
Vincent Bekkema
10 years ago already.. Too bad this never became a hitsingle! Emerson you are brilliant!
bylleerocks
What a beautiful song! Emerson you are underrated bro!
John Bratmon
How could anyone dislike this song? Just about perfect...