Hard to Say Goodbye
Beyoncé Knowles Sharon Leal & Anika Noni Rose Lyrics


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We didn't make forever
We've each got to go our separate ways
And now were standing here helpless
Looking for something to say
We've been together a long time

We never thought it would end
We were always so close to each other

You were always my friend

And its hard to say goodbye my love
Its hard to see you cry my love
Its hard to open up that door when you're not sure what you're going for

We didn't want this to happen

But we shouldn't feel sad

We had a good life together

Just remember all the times we had

You know I'll always love u
You know I'll always care
And no mater how far I may go
In my heart you'll always be there

And its hard to say goodbye my love
Its hard to see you cry my love
Its hard to open up that door when you're not sure what you're going for
But we've got to grow
We've got to try
Though its hard so hard
We have to say goodbye my love

We didn't make forever but I will always love you
We didn't make forever
But I will always love you

It's so hard
Baby its so hard
It's so hard
Baby its so hard




It's so hard
Baby its so hard

Overall Meaning

The song "Hard To Say Goodbye" by Beyonce Knowles, Sharon Leal, and Anika Noni Rose talks about the difficulty of parting ways with a loved one. The lyrics poignantly express the pain of separation between two people who have been together for a long time. The song starts with the acknowledgment that they did not make it forever and have to go their separate ways. The situation is so helpless that they are looking for something to say to each other.


The chorus of the song speaks of the difficulty of the moment- it's hard to say goodbye, it's hard to see you cry, and it's hard to open that door when you're not sure what you're going for. They both know that they had a good life together, and they should not be sad about the separation. The verse also reflects that, "But we've got to grow, we've got to try, though its hard so hard, we have to say goodbye, my love."


The song's emotional and heartbreaking message resonates with people who have lost someone they loved. It's a reminder that even though they didn't make it forever, the memories will always remain. It also highlights the importance of acknowledging the end of a relationship and understanding that growth is crucial even if it hurts to let go.


Line by Line Meaning

We didn't make forever
Our relationship couldn't last forever


We've each got to go our separate ways
We have to move on with our own lives now


And now were standing here helpless
Feeling powerless and unable to change what has happened


Looking for something to say
Trying to find the right words to express our feelings


We've been together a long time
We had a long-lasting relationship


We never thought it would end
We believed our love would last forever


We were always so close to each other
Our emotional bond was strong and intimate


You were always my friend
You were not only my lover but also my closest companion


And its hard to say goodbye my love
It's difficult to bid farewell to you, my beloved


Its hard to see you cry my love
Seeing you in tears makes it even harder


Its hard to open up that door when you're not sure what you're going for
It's challenging to move on to the unknown future without a clear direction


We didn't want this to happen
We didn't plan for our separation


But we shouldn't feel sad
We should focus on the happy moments we shared together


We had a good life together
Our journey together was full of joy and blessings


Just remember all the times we had
Let's cherish the memories of our beautiful moments together


You know I'll always love u
My love for you will never fade away


You know I'll always care
I'll always be concerned about your well-being


And no mater how far I may go
Regardless of the distance that separates us


In my heart you'll always be there
You will always hold a special place in my heart


We've got to grow
We need to mature and move on with our lives


We've got to try
We have to put in the effort to create a new future


Though its hard so hard
Even though it's a tough journey


We have to say goodbye my love
We need to accept that our relationship has come to an end


But I will always love you
My love for you will never fade away


It's so hard
It's an incredibly challenging situation


Baby its so hard
My love, it's so tough




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HENRY D. KRIEGER, TOM EYEN

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@sashasapproved1453

We didn't make forever
We've each got to go our separate ways
And now were standing here helpless
Looking for something to say
We've been together a long time
We never thought it would end
We were always so close to each other
You were always my friend
And its hard to say goodbye my love
Its hard to see you cry my love
Its hard to open up that door when you're not sure what you're going for
We didn't want this to happen
But we shouldn't feel sad
We had a good life together
Just remember all the times we had
You know I'll always love u
You know I'll always care
And no mater how far I may go
In my heart you'll always be there
And its hard to say goodbye my love
Its hard to see you cry my love
Its hard to open up that door when you're not sure what you're going for
But we've got to grow
We've got to try
Though its hard so hard
We have to say goodbye my love
We didn't make forever but I will always love you
We didn't make forever
But I will always love you
It's so hard
Baby its so hard
It's so hard
Baby its so hard
It's so hard
Baby its so hard



All comments from YouTube:

@Mimi4826

I wish groups broke up like this in real life

@Mimi4826

***** really? cool

@mirb2093

+PRPLRKL No they didn't. They put out a video they the other girls sung with new girls in the video. They even had a lawsuit filed against them

@shakirabigfanii

+Mir B That's not how they broke up; that's how the lineup changed. They broke up with a tribute concert, if I am correct. Rihanna and Patti Labelle performed.

@TrenijahG

Destiny Fulfilled: the album and tour. 👌

@shakyiasylvester545

i know

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@gamitaalfonso9999

This is one of those songs for relationships and friendships that NEEDED to end despite our hearts wanting to hold on.

@sirrykim926

This me right now. I want my man back so bad

@viperfwarlock

I think this would make a good Graduation Song.

@viperfwarlock

+Kittie Rose Pook that's cool. I love this song.

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