Hope She'll Be Happier
B.Withers Lyrics
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Makes me seem bluer than I am
But in my heart there is a shower,
I hope she'll be happier with him.
Maybe the darkness of the hour
Makes me seem lonelier than I am,
But over the darkness I have no power,
Hope she'll be happier with him.
I can't believe that she don't want to see me,
We lived and loved with each other so long.
I never thought that she really would leave me,
But she's gone.
Maybe the lateness of the hour
Makes me seem bluer than I am,
But in my heart there is a shower,
Hope she'll be happier with him.
The lyrics to Bill Withers' "Hope She'll Be Happier" are about heartbreak and the hope that the person who has left the singer will find happiness with someone else. The singer describes feeling blue and lonely, but ultimately realizing that they cannot control what happens with their former love. The lyrics express a mix of sadness and resignation, as the singer hopes for the best for their former partner but also acknowledges that the relationship is over.
The first two lines of the song set the tone for the lyrics that follow. The singer suggests that the lateness of the hour might be making them feel sadder than they actually are – this is a common experience when going through a breakup or feeling lonely. The imagery of a "shower" in the heart is intriguing – it suggests a cleansing process, or a release of emotions. The repetition of the phrase "hope she'll be happier with him" throughout the song underscores the sadness and longing of the singer, but also serves as a reminder that the focus is ultimately on the well-being of the person who has left.
The lyric "I can't believe that she don't want to see me" speaks to the shock and disbelief that often accompanies a breakup, while "we lived and loved with each other so long" suggests a deep history and connection. The line "over the darkness I have no power" is a poignant acknowledgment that certain things are beyond our control, and that sometimes the best we can hope for is that the people we care about will be happy, even if that happiness no longer includes us. The haunting melody and spare accompaniment amplify the emotional resonance of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe the lateness of the hour
Perhaps it's the late night that's affecting me
Makes me seem bluer than I am
Making it look like I'm sadder than I actually am
But in my heart there is a shower
Inside, my heart is filled with tears
I hope she'll be happier with him.
My wish is for her to find happiness with someone new
Maybe the darkness of the hour
The darkness of the night makes me feel more alone
Makes me seem lonelier than I am,
Even though I may not be that lonely, the darkness amplifies it
But over the darkness I have no power,
The darkness is beyond my control
Hope she'll be happier with him.
I wish she finds contentment with her new partner
I can't believe that she don't want to see me,
I'm in disbelief that she no longer wants to be with me
We lived and loved with each other so long.
We shared a long and loving history together
I never thought that she really would leave me,
I never expected her to actually leave me
But she's gone.
But unfortunately, she has left me
Maybe the lateness of the hour
Perhaps this late hour is affecting me once again
Makes me seem bluer than I am,
Causing me to appear sadder than I truly am
But in my heart there is a shower,
Tears are flowing within me
Hope she'll be happier with him.
My hope is for her to find joy with her new partner.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BILL WITHERS
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W.L. Barlow
Maybe the lateness of the hour
Makes me seem bluer than I am
But in my heart there is a shower,
I hope she'll be happier with him.
Maybe the darkness of the hour
Makes me seem lonelier than I am,
But over the darkness I have no power,
Hope she'll be happier with him.
I can't believe that she don't want to see me,
We lived and loved with each other so long.
I never thought that she really would leave me,
But she's gone.
Maybe the lateness of the hour
Makes me seem bluer than I am,
But in my heart there is a shower,
Hope she'll be happier with him.
T Grant
His voice is simplicity personified..poignant..haunting.... his songs masterfully executed...I'm in love....
Gerardo Lopez
Everything that this song says is exactly what I'm feeling. Makes me want to sit in a corner and die, but not today. Today I will do more, I won't let that happen, ever.
Ally S
You’ll be ok, just take it a day, an hour or even minute at a time. 🙏🏽
Gerardo Lopez
@nonie craig u rite, I am a god. C:
nonie craig
let not the darkness of the hour overshadow you. You are a child of the light, so let your beautiful persona overshadow all darkness and negativity. Shine on brother, You are GODLY worthy!
jose luis mendez munguia
Bill Whithers tienes mucha música por dentro ¡¡¡
Robert Gilmore 2
I HAVE LOVED THIS MAN'S SOULFULL MUSIC SENSE I WAS A YOUNG MAN,DAMN IT JUST SPEKS LOUDLY TO SOUL,THANK YOU MR.WITHERS
Depresso Espresso
I love you Bill Withers, I grew up listening to your amazing music, and I'm so glad that my mom listens to your kind of music all the time. I want you to know that although you're gone from this world, that you will always be remembered. I'll make sure of it, I'll pass it on through generations and make you known for the wonderful talented person you are. I hope that youre doing very well in heaven and that you realise just how many people you've touched and saved throughout your life. You are truly one of the most amazing music artists I know. For everyone else reading this please spread the word of Bill Withers, share his music, share his wonders, and stay safe out there.
Zaxapitsa Cinco
oh my god, this is simply the best "i miss you" song of all time. how could I have been all these years without listening to this guy!!!!!!!!
Marlen Brown
One of my favorite albums back in the day. especially Grandma's Hands.