So Long I'm Gone
Chris Isaak Lyrics
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I don't even remember the number on your door
I don't need you any longer, I don't want your devil's charm
Go and cry your heart out, In your other lover's arm
So long, I'm gone, you won't forget me
I hope you recall all of our fun
So long, be sweet and remember
When you want me back, think of what you've done
You've lost the guy who loved you, don't say I didn't try
This time I'm gone forever, I've said my last goodbye
So long, I'm gone, you won't forget me
I hope you recall all of our fun, so long, be sweet and remember
When you want me back, think of what you've done
You've lost the guy who loved you, don't say I didn't try
This time I'm gone forever, I've said my last goodbye
The lyrics to Chris Isaak's song "So Long I'm Gone" are a clear declaration of moving on from a failing relationship. He sings about calling his partner for the last time, not even bothering to remember her address anymore. He declares that he doesn't need her anymore and doesn't want her devil's charm, indicating that he recognizes her harmful ways. He then advises her to cry her heart out in the arms of her other lover.
Isaak goes on to say that he hopes his former partner doesn't forget him and recalls all the fun they had together. He wants her to remember him fondly, but also to think about what she has done to lose him. He reminds her that she lost the guy who loved her, and that he's gone forever this time. The final verse is a repeat of the second, emphasizing the finality of his goodbye.
Overall, the lyrics to "So Long I'm Gone" are a poignant reflection on the end of a relationship. Isaak acknowledges the pain and memories that come with a breakup, but ultimately asserts his willingness to move on from an unhealthy situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I called you for the last time, I won't hang around no more
I am telling you that I am leaving for good and I will not call you again.
I don't even remember the number on your door
I have completely forgotten all about you and have no desire to see you again
I don't need you any longer, I don't want your devil's charm
I have no use for you anymore, your malicious ways don't appeal to me.
Go and cry your heart out, In your other lover's arm
You can go cry to the person you cheated on me with, I don't care about your feelings anymore.
So long, I'm gone, you won't forget me
I am leaving but I will be unforgettable.
I hope you recall all of our fun
I want you to remember the good times we had together.
So long, be sweet and remember
Goodbye, be kind and don't forget me.
When you want me back, think of what you've done
If you ever want me back, remember the way you treated me and what led to the end of our relationship.
You've lost the guy who loved you, don't say I didn't try
You threw away a man who sincerely loved you and I did everything I could to keep us together.
This time I'm gone forever, I've said my last goodbye
I am really moving on with my life this time and this is the final farewell.
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Written by: CARL PERKINS
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