Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, the two attended high school together, and after years of pursuing music in different directions, reconnected at a local spot in their hometown. They collaborated on several covers, turning them into duets and adding a unique spin to songs of other artists. From there, they began co-writing their own original songs, growing together in lyrics, sound, and performance. What started as two individual solo artists, has since emerged the Acoustic Folk duo of "Colin & Caroline".
Colin & Caroline's heart-warming harmonies, original lyrics, and blend of creative covers first grabbed the attention of many in Central Virginia. Several of their original songs (including "More Than Gravity", "Fireflies, and "Like Home") have been featured on popular playlists curated by Spotify, which has spread the presence of Colin & Caroline worldwide. "More Than Gravity" has received over 13 million plays since release in 2014, and it's placement in the Netflix original series "13 Reasons Why."
Hello
Colin & Caroline Lyrics
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Good to see you again
Old Friend
I remember when
It was only me and you
Your all I can see
In front of me
We use to sing
And play those games
Happiness was pure we dreamt Our days away
But the time has gone
And your not here
Remember all those days
I pray you're stay
Whos going to dry these lonely Tears I cry
Whos going to stop the waters falling from my eyes
Who goanna dry those tears I cry
When you say goodbye
When you say goodbye goodbye
Hello hello it hurts when you go
Dont ever leave me again
Old friend
I try to pretend
But it hurts when you go
I felt left out in the cold
And in the freezing snow
I hope my days come
To dry those tears away
The stars will pass
And you'll be there I pray
Whos going to dry these lonely Tears I cry
Whos going to stop the waters Falling from my eyes
Who goanna dry those tears I cry
When you say goodbye goodbye
Hello, hello
Hello, hello
Hello, hello
Hello, hello
Hello, hello
The lyrics of Colin & Caroline's song "Hello" convey a sense of nostalgia, longing, and the pain of separation. The opening lines, "Hello hello long time no see, Good to see you again, Old friend," suggest a reunion after a long period of time apart. The singer recalls a time when it was just the two of them, and the person they are addressing is the center of their world. The phrase "You're all I can see in front of me" signifies their deep emotional connection and dependence on this person.
The second verse reflects on their shared childhood memories and the innocence of their friendship. Singing and playing games together brought them joy, and they were consumed by a pure happiness, dreaming their days away. However, time has passed, and the person being addressed is no longer present. The singer laments their absence and expresses a longing for them to stay, hoping that the memories they shared will endure.
The chorus emphasizes the pain of the separation, with the singer questioning who will console them when they cry. The repetition of the line "Whos going to dry these lonely tears I cry" underscores the depth of their sorrow and the void left by the departure of the person they hold dear. They express a profound sadness and vulnerability, as indicated by the reference to tears falling from their eyes. The repeated phrase "When you say goodbye" suggests that the pain intensifies every time they part ways.
Overall, "Hello" captures the bittersweet emotions of reconnecting with someone from the past, realizing the passage of time, and grappling with the pain of separation.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello hello long time no see
It's been a while since we last saw each other
Good to see you again
I'm happy to see you once more
Old Friend
You are a friend from the past
I remember when
I recall a time
It was only me and you
There were only the two of us
Your all I can see
You are all I focus on
In front of me
Right before my eyes
When we were young
Back in our youth
We use to sing
We used to sing together
And play those games
And engage in playful activities
Happiness was pure we dreamt Our days away
We experienced pure joy as we daydreamed
But the time has gone
But time has passed
And your not here
And you are no longer present
Remember all those days
Recall all those moments
I pray you're stay
I hope you will remain
Whos going to dry these lonely Tears I cry
Who will help me overcome my sadness
Whos going to stop the waters falling from my eyes
Who will prevent the tears from streaming down my face
Who goanna dry those tears I cry
Who will dry my tears
When you say goodbye
When you bid farewell
Hello hello it hurts when you go
It pains me when you leave
Dont ever leave me again
Please never leave me once more
I try to pretend
I attempt to feign
But it hurts when you go
But it is painful when you depart
I felt left out in the cold
I felt excluded and abandoned
And in the freezing snow
And in the icy snow
I hope my days come
I hope better days arrive
To dry those tears away
To wipe away those tears
The stars will pass
The stars will traverse the sky
And you'll be there I pray
And I hope you will be present
Hello, hello
Greetings, greetings
Hello, hello
Greetings, greetings
Hello, hello
Greetings, greetings
Hello, hello
Greetings, greetings
Hello, hello
Greetings, greetings
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Derrick Bassaragh
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Konstantin
[Verse 1]
Hello, it's me
I was wondering if after all these years you'd like to meet
To go over everything
They say time's supposed to heal ya, but I ain't done much healing
Hello, can you hear me?
I'm in California dreaming about who we used to be
When we were younger and free
I've forgotten how it felt before the world fell at our feet
[Pre-Chorus]
There's such a difference between us
And a million miles
[Chorus]
Hello from the other side
I must've called a thousand times
To tell you I'm sorry for everything that I've done
But when I call, you never seem to be home anymore
[Verse 2]
Hello, how are you?
It's so typical of me to talk about myself, I'm sorry
I hope that you're well
Did you ever make it out of that town where nothing ever happened?
[Pre-Chorus]
It's no secret that the both of us
Are running out of time
[Chorus]
Hello from the other side
I must've called a thousand times
To tell you I'm sorry for everything that I've done
But when I call, you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside
At least, I can say that I've tried
To tell you I'm sorry for breaking your heart
But it don't matter, it clearly doesn't tear you apart anymore
[Bridge]
(Highs, highs, highs, highs, lows, lows, lows, lows)
Ooh, anymore
(Highs, highs, highs, highs, lows, lows, lows, lows)
Ooh, anymore
(Highs, highs, highs, highs, lows, lows, lows, lows)
Ooh, anymore
(Highs, highs, highs, highs, lows, lows, lows, lows)
Anymore
[Chorus]
Hello from the other side
I must've called a thousand times
To tell you I'm sorry for everything that I've done
But when I call, you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside
At least, I can say that I've tried
To tell you I'm sorry for breaking your heart
But it don't matter, it clearly doesn't tear you apart anymore
Ramisa Shahab
First heard this on Spotify, and trust me on this, I FELL IN LOVE. I've been playing this on repeat. I didn't really like the original version when it came out, nor could I figure out the hype regarding it, but this? It truly touched me :')
Liu Mey
Really love both of your voice! :) So amazing 👍👍
CzumI
Amazing version!
nilse terezinha joay
Amei está música.fala ao coração.
Polina
This is not just good , It's AMAZING !!!😍😍
blablabla124
heard you on spotify the first time ! you're awesome !
Jonathan Gorstein
Thank you for your beautiful rendition. Your voices and eyes provide such depth.
OxYMoron
Been listening to this cover on repeat on Spotify, Stunning! Great work
reii
Love the music👌well done guys!
Colin & Caroline
Thank you!!