Time to Say Goodbye
♪♫Simple Plan Lyrics
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I'm tryin' to make things right, but to shove it in my face
And all those things you've done to me I cant erase
And I can't keep this inside
It's time to say goodbye
On the first day that I met you
I should have known to walk away
And disappeared without a trace
But instead I stood there waiting
Hoping you would come around
But you always found your way to let me down
[Chorus]
It's time to say goodbye (I just don't want to waste another day)
It's time to say goodbye (cause things won't ever be the same)
It's time to say goodbye (you made me see I need to walk away)
It's time to say goodbye
After all the things I've done for you
You never tried to do the same
It's like you always play the victim
And I'm the one you always blame
When you need someone to save you
When you think you're gonna drown
Cuz if you just wrap your arms around me and pull me down
[Chorus]
Now I'm gone, it's too late
You can't fix your mistakes
I was trying to save you from you
So you scream, so you cry
I can see through your lies
You're just trying to change me
Somewhere in the distance there's a place for me to go
I don't want you to hate me, but I think you need to know
You're weighing on my shoulders, and I'm sick of feeling down
So I guess it's time for me to say goodbye
The lyrics of Simple Plan's "Time to Say Goodbye" are about ending a toxic relationship and walking away from someone who constantly lets you down. The singer has realized that he has been wasting his time trying to make things work with his partner, who never reciprocates his efforts. He acknowledges that there are things his partner has done that he cannot forgive, and he cannot keep his feelings inside any longer. He knows that it's time for him to walk away from the relationship, even though it hurts to do so.
The chorus of the song emphasizes this point, with the repetition of the phrase "It's time to say goodbye." The singer has come to the realization that things will never be the same, and he needs to walk away from the relationship. He also acknowledges that his partner has never been there for him the way he has for them. He knows that his partner will continue to play the victim and blame him for everything that goes wrong. The singer has had enough and cannot continue to bear the weight that the relationship puts on him.
The final verse of the song speaks about the singer's own self-realization. He knows he cannot continue to be weighed down by the toxic relationship, and he needs to find a new place to go. He acknowledges that his partner will hate him for leaving but believes that it's time to move on. The singer is ready to say goodbye to the toxic relationship and start fresh elsewhere.
Line by Line Meaning
I just don't wanna waste another day
I don't want to spend any more time in this dysfunctional relationship.
I'm tryin' to make things right, but to shove it in my face
I'm making an effort to fix things, but you keep reminding me of my past mistakes.
And all those things you've done to me I cant erase
You have hurt me too many times and I can't forget about it.
And I can't keep this inside
I can't pretend anymore that everything is okay.
It's time to say goodbye
It's time to end this relationship.
On the first day that I met you
From the very beginning, I should have recognized that our relationship will not work.
I should have known to walk away
I should have left you behind when I had the chance.
I should have told you you were crazy
I should have realized that you're unstable.
And disappeared without a trace
And left without looking back.
But instead I stood there waiting
But instead, I hoped that things would change.
Hoping you would come around
I hoped that you would see the light.
But you always found your way to let me down
But you always managed to disappoint me.
After all the things I've done for you
Despite all I have given to you,
You never tried to do the same
you never reciprocated my love and support.
It's like you always play the victim
It seems like you always make yourself the victim of every situation.
And I'm the one you always blame
And you always put the blame on me.
When you need someone to save you
When you need help,
When you think you're gonna drown
When you feel overwhelmed and helpless,
Cuz if you just wrap your arms around me and pull me down
You drag me down with you.
Now I'm gone, it's too late
I have already left, and it's too late to fix things.
You can't fix your mistakes
You can't undo the hurt you caused me.
I was trying to save you from you
I wanted to help you overcome your problems.
So you scream, so you cry
You protest and cry, but it won't change my mind.
I can see through your lies
I can see the truth behind your deception.
You're just trying to change me
You're trying to manipulate me into staying.
Somewhere in the distance there's a place for me to go
I know that there's a better future for me somewhere.
I don't want you to hate me, but I think you need to know
I don't want to hurt you, but I need to be honest.
You're weighing on my shoulders, and I'm sick of feeling down
Your constant burden is exhausting me, and I can't take it anymore.
So I guess it's time for me to say goodbye
It's time for us to part ways.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHARLES-ANDRE COMEAU, PIERRE BOUVIER
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LYRICS
My best friend gave me the best advice
He said each day's a gift and not a given right
Leave no stone unturned, leave your fears behind
And try to take the path less traveled by
That first step you take is the longest stride
If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
If today was your last day
Against the grain should be a way of life
What's worth the prize is always worth the fight
Every second counts 'cause there's no second try
So live like you'll never live it twice
Don't take the free ride in your own life
If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
Would you call old friends you never see?
Reminisce old memories
Would you forgive your enemies?
Would you find that one you're dreamin' of?
Swear up and down to God above
That you finally fall in love
If today was your last day
If today was your last day
Would you make your mark by mending a broken heart?
You know it's never too late to shoot for the stars
Regardless of who you are
So do whatever it takes
'Cause you can't rewind a moment in this life
Let nothin' stand in your way
Cause the hands of time are never on your side
If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
Would you call old friends you never see?
Reminisce old memories
Would you forgive your enemies?
Would you find that one you're dreamin' of?
Swear up and down to God above
That you finally fall in love
If today was your last day
@jimstepro1666
I've found, this Song touches many different aspects of Life. Perhaps, more to the Choices we make?
Live your own Life! Don't take the Path that Everyone else does. That reminds me that Everyone is just Faking their way through Life! Following the Leader? Whoever that might be?
I know, I see many people stepping up, to have people follow them.
Another point I noticed, Declaring you found Love. Scream & Shout it, not necessarily out loud? Lol
But then again, why not? Basically saying to me, don't hide your Feelings! Life is too short, not to share how you feel. And we Never know? Tomorrow, might be Our last day?
Last Important point, I'll go with. Processions. Giving away your last Dime. Of course there's also the picture. Don't bother looking at the Past. Look forward, Move forward!
Just some of the things, I've picked up on. I felt this was a good place to Share!
Peace
@greg3275rt
After I lost my wife this song helped me become the dad our 12yo daughter needed and deserved. I will be forever grateful to whoever wrote this song.
@awesomeninjadude1658
God bless you mate!
@fayterzeru209
Wish you the best man
Keep moving forward
@scrapbookgirl61
Chad wrote this song.
@troy6254
Sorry for your guys' loss. Make your mark by mending a broken heart.
@zeptic3195
God bless you and keep you strong.
@PamelaMandy
2023 and still listening to Nickelback. The song reminds me about giving our best in everything, each day we have as if it's our last day.
@nicoleyulan3790
These days, people don't live like this.. "If today was your last day.." People are too busy taking their life for granted.
@connerSphotography
Sorry some of us are struggling to make it to that point. I wish I could live my best life everyday but it doesn’t happen like that. I literally just got torn down again for the 100th time can’t live your best life when your always picking yourself up.
@mikelapier716
@connerSphotography stfu and buy a motorcycle