He began recording music in 2004 at the age of 16 and since then has gained popularity from his profiles on websites such as Purevolume and Myspace, on which he distributes some of his music and provides news and regular updates to his increasing fanbase on his progress. Goot also maintains one to one contact with his fans via such websites and loves to hear from those who appreciate his work.
His most recent work includes his debut album entitled ‘Arranged Noise’ released in 2008, a three track EP ‘Read My Mind’ released in 2009, and his latest releases-- well-received covers albums. ‘Songs I Wish I Wrote’ came out in August 2010, followed by a second volume in May 2011 and a third in January 2012.
Breakeven
Alex Goot Lyrics
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Just praying to a god that
I don't believe in
Cos I got time while she got freedom
Cos when a heart breaks
No it don't break even
Her best days will be some of my worst
Gonna put her first
While I'm wide awake she's
No trouble sleeping
Cos when a heart breaks, no
It don't break even, even, no
What am I supposed to do
When the best part of me was always you
And what am I supposed to say
When I'm all choked up and you're okay
I'm falling to pieces yeah
I'm falling to pieces
They say bad things happen for a reason
But no wise words gonna stop the bleeding
Cos she's moved on while I'm still grieving
And when a heart breaks, no
It don't break even, even, no
What am I gonna do
When the best part of me was always you
And what am I supposed to say
When I'm all choked up and you're okay
I'm falling to pieces yeah
I'm falling to pieces
I'm still alive but I'm barely breathing
Just praying to a god that
I don't believe in
Cos I got time while she got freedom
Cos when a heart breaks, no it don't break
No it don't break
No it don't break even no
What am I gonna do
When the best part of me was always you
And what am I supposed to say
When I'm all choked up and you're okay
I'm falling to pieces yeah
I'm falling to pieces oh
I'm falling to pieces yeah
I'm falling to pieces yeah
In Alex Goot's song "Breakeven," the lyrics explore the aftermath of a heartbreak and the struggle to move on while still deeply affected. The first paragraph sets the tone, describing the singer as still alive but barely breathing, illustrating a sense of emotional emptiness and desperation. The line "Just praying to a god that I don't believe in" suggests that the singer is desperately seeking some kind of guidance or solace, even if their faith has been shaken by the heartbreak. The phrase "cos I got time while she got freedom" reflects the imbalance of emotions between the two individuals involved, with the singer having to deal with the pain of the breakup while the other person seemingly moves on easily.
The second paragraph delves into the comparison between the singer's experience and the ex-partner's newfound happiness. The singer expresses their feelings of loss and longing, realizing that their best days were when they were with the ex-partner. The line "While I'm wide awake, she's no trouble sleeping" highlights the contrast in their emotional states, with the singer struggling to cope while the other person seems unaffected. It emphasizes the intensity of the heartbreak and the emotional toll it takes.
The third paragraph examines the singer's struggle to come to terms with the breakup. They question what they should do now that the person they considered the best part of themselves is no longer in their life. The line "When I'm all choked up and you're okay" conveys the imbalance of emotions once again, with the singer feeling overwhelmed while the ex-partner seems unaffected. The phrase "I'm falling to pieces" repeats throughout the lyrics, serving as a refrain that signifies the singer's emotional state and their difficulty in moving forward.
Lastly, the fourth paragraph indicates a sense of resignation and acceptance of the reality that the heartbreak is not going to heal evenly. The singer acknowledges that bad things happen without a satisfying explanation or resolution. They observe that while they are still grieving, the ex-partner has already moved on, emphasizing the unequal distribution of pain. The repeated line "no it don't break even" reinforces the idea that the aftermath of a heartbreak is often lopsided, and not everyone experiences the same level of anguish.
Overall, the lyrics of "Breakeven" depict the aftermath of a broken relationship, highlighting the emotional turmoil and the difficulty of finding balance and healing when one person moves on while the other remains broken. It explores the universal theme of heartbreak and the struggle to come to terms with the end of a significant romantic connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm still alive but I'm barely breathing
I may be physically alive, but emotionally I'm barely hanging on
Just praying to a god that I don't believe in
I'm desperately seeking help from something I don't actually believe in
Cos I got time while she got freedom
While I have plenty of empty time, she has moved on and found freedom
Cos when a heart breaks, no it don't break even
When a heart gets broken, the pain is imbalanced and unequal
Her best days will be some of my worst
Her happiest moments will be my most miserable ones
She finally met a man that's gonna put her first
She has found someone who will prioritize her needs above all else
While I'm wide awake she's no trouble sleeping
While I struggle to sleep, she has no difficulty at all
Cos when a heart breaks, no it don't break even, even, no
Once again, when a heart shatters, the pain is unbalanced and uneven
What am I supposed to do when the best part of me was always you
I don't know how to cope when the most significant and cherished part of myself was you
And what am I supposed to say when I'm all choked up and you're okay
I'm speechless and overwhelmed while you seem unaffected and fine
I'm falling to pieces yeah, I'm falling to pieces
I feel like I'm disintegrating and collapsing
They say bad things happen for a reason
People often claim that there is a purpose behind unfortunate events
But no wise words gonna stop the bleeding
However, no amount of wise advice can stop the emotional pain
Cos she's moved on while I'm still grieving
While she has moved forward, I'm still stuck in the process of mourning
And when a heart breaks, no it don't break even, even, no
Once again, the pain of a broken heart is imbalanced and unequal
What am I gonna do when the best part of me was always you
I don't know how to carry on when the most valuable aspect of myself was you
And what am I supposed to say when I'm all choked up and you're okay
I don't know what to express when I'm overwhelmed with emotions while you remain unaffected
I'm falling to pieces yeah, I'm falling to pieces
I feel like I'm falling apart completely
I'm still alive but I'm barely breathing
I may be physically alive, but emotionally I'm barely surviving
Just praying to a god that I don't believe in
I'm desperately seeking help from something I lack faith in
Cos I got time while she got freedom
I have an abundance of free time, while she has the freedom to move on
Cos when a heart breaks, no it don't break
Once again, the pain of a broken heart is imbalanced and unequal
No it don't break
It doesn't break evenly
No it don't break even no
It never breaks in a fair and equal manner
What am I gonna do when the best part of me was always you
I don't know how to move forward without the most significant part of myself, which was you
And what am I supposed to say when I'm all choked up and you're okay
I don't know how to express myself when I'm overwhelmed with emotions while you appear to be fine
I'm falling to pieces yeah, I'm falling to pieces oh
I feel like I'm disintegrating and collapsing completely
I'm falling to pieces yeah, I'm falling to pieces yeah
I feel like I'm falling apart completely
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Atomic Creature
I was trying to find a cover like this. I'm definitly subscribing. Its amazing!! Good job.
Steven P
Goot music. Love listening to his solos and collaborations on my way home. Love his Album, Alex/ Goot & Friends, Vol 1. Alex you are a supreme talent. I never thought covers could get better the original commercial recordings. You're music is so pure. You are my musical inspiration when I practice guitar in the evening after my day job as a surgeon. Thank you for sharing your talent.
Daniela Alarcón
OMG! Antes esta era una de mis canciones preferidas y ahora me acorde de ella :)
Mel Gagliano
you're amazing man... i love every single cover you made <3
George Angelis
2015 and this is still stuck in mah head
LiwiGamer chupa minga
es que no tengo palabras,felicidades tienes una voz fantastica
25sarak
This is my favourite of all your covers :) You have an amazing voice & are so talented! Love you Alex <3
Hannybunny
No cover is so good like the original, but your cover is one of the best! <3
jessgoesgreen
LOve your voice, your instruments. Your whole band is pretty talented ALL of you
dianne oliveros
can you make a cover of the song "When I Was Your Man" ?
If you want..:)