Daniel Caesar’s first chapter unfolded in a suburb of Toronto, where he was… Read Full Bio ↴Daniel Caesar’s first chapter unfolded in a suburb of Toronto, where he was born to Bajan and Jamaican parents and raised listening to soul and gospel music while singing in front of his father’s church congregation. The singer and songwriter left home at 17 to pursue his calling as a musical artist. Caesar independently released his first two EPs, Praise Break (2014) and Pilgrim’s Paradise (2017), to widespread praise—the first of which landed at #19 on Rolling Stone’s list of “20 Best R&B Albums of 2014.” However, it was his 2017 debut album, Freudian, that marked him as one of this generation’s most exciting artists to watch—the album went on to be nominated for two GRAMMY Awards (“Best R&B Album” and “Best R&B Performance” for “Get You”), and the following year, Caesar took home the award for “Best R&B Performance” for his breakout hit, “Best Part.” The GRAMMY Award-winning and Juno Award-winning artist soon followed this early success with his critically acclaimed sophomore album, Case Study 01 (2019), and most recently his multi-platinum, worldwide hit, “Peaches” with Justin Bieber and Giveon (2021). Amassing over 5 billion streams across his catalogue and over 31 million monthly listeners, Caesar currently ranked the 79th “Most Listened To Artist in the World” and top 10 “Most Streamed Canadian Artists of All Time” on Spotify. Now, Daniel Caesar gears up for his next chapter, as he continues to redefine what R&B can be, while quietly overtaking the mainstream.

Let Me Go
Daniel Caesar Lyrics

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It's 'bout that time that I break away before our time expires

Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)

I'm not afraid of manipulation
You're stuck in your ways
I run out of patience
You're lying when you tell me that you won't be fine
I'm not leadin' you on I'm leavin' you behind

Ain't no sleep tonight
My dreams exhaust me
I'll be awake 'til the light
It's 'bout that time that I break away before time expires

Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)

Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)

Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Daniel Caesar's song "Let Me Go" are an emotional and honest plea for freedom from a relationship that has become toxic and suffocating. The singer expresses his need to breathe and leave, urging his partner to forget him and let him go. He talks about the emotional and mental exhaustion he is experiencing, unable to sleep and feeling like he needs to break away before time runs out.

The singer is clear about his lack of fear when it comes to manipulation and calls out his partner for being stuck in their ways and lying about being fine. He knows he's not leading the partner on and is ready to leave them behind for the sake of his own well-being. The repeated plea of "Baby, won't you let me go?" serves as a haunting reminder of the desperation and urgency of the situation.

The song is a powerful reminder of the importance of setting boundaries and recognizing when a relationship is no longer healthy. The singer is brave and vulnerable in his honesty, highlighting the pain and difficulty of letting go of someone who has become a toxic presence in his life.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm tryna breathe, why won't you let me?
I need space and freedom, but you refuse to give me any.

I'm tryna leave, please just forget me
I want to move on and be forgotten, but you keep holding on.

Hand on the sleeve, our sun is setting
Our relationship is coming to an end, and it's time for us to let go.

And hardly believe this got so messy
Our relationship became complicated and difficult, and I can barely believe it.

Ain't gon' sleep tonight
I won't be able to sleep tonight because of the stress and anxiety from this situation.

My dreams exhaust me
Even my dreams are wearing me out because they're filled with worry and uncertainty.

It's 'bout that time that I break away before our time expires
It's time for me to leave before our relationship comes to a permanent and damaging end.

Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
I'm begging you to give me space and let me move on.

(Let go, let go, let go)
Repeating the phrase 'let go' emphasizes the importance of releasing the hold on our relationship.

I'm not afraid of manipulation
I recognize when someone is trying to manipulate me and won't let them have power over me.

You're stuck in your ways
You're set in your behavior and unwilling to change or compromise.

I run out of patience
I can no longer tolerate the lack of progress or effort on your end.

You're lying when you tell me that you won't be fine
I don't believe you when you say you'll be okay without me because the situation is affecting us both.

I'm not leadin' you on I'm leavin' you behind
I'm not giving false hope or leading you to believe that our relationship can be fixed; instead, I'm moving on without you.

Ooh, ooh, ooh
These sounds express the emotional pain and struggle of letting go.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ashton Dumar Simmonds, James John Napier, Rami Yacoub, Rupert Jr. Thomas

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@jacintodavecabusas.9014

1y↑151

I'm tryna breathe, why won't you let me?
I'm tryna leave, please just forget me
Hand on the sleeve, our sun is setting
And hardly believe this got so messy

Ain't gon' sleep tonight
My dreams exhaust me
I'll be awake 'til the light
It's 'bout that time that I break away before our time expires

Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)

I'm not afraid of manipulation
You're stuck in your ways
I run out of patience
You're lying when you tell me that you won't be fine
I'm not leadin' you on I'm leavin' you behind

Ain't no sleep tonight
My dreams exhaust me
I'll be awake 'til the light
It's 'bout that time that I break away before time expires

Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)

Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)

@carlaann2682

1y↑24

I'm tryna breathe, why won't you let me?
I'm tryna leave, please just forget me
And honestly, our sun is setting
And hardly believe this got so messy
Ain't gon' sleep tonight
My dreams exhaust me
I'll be awake 'til the light
It's 'bout that time that I break away before our time expires
Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)
I'm not afraid of manipulation
You're stuck in your ways
I run out of patience
You're lying when you tell me that you won't be fine
I'm not leadin' you on I'm leavin' you behind
Ain't no sleep tonight
My dreams exhaust me
I'll be awake 'til the light
It's 'bout that time that I break away before time expires
Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Baby, won't you let me go? Oh, oh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)
Ooh, ooh, ooh
(Let go, let go, let go)

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All comments from YouTube:

@TheOutlierToday

1y↑1.6K

I can listen to this 10 years from now and will still be beautiful.

@shakurwonders5216

1y↑13

same, even on the drive

@hey3855

1y↑10

He really does make timeless music to me!

@LoveNxumalo

1y↑7

see ya back here in 2033 <3

@fatlann

1y↑3

That’s all of his music tho 🙏

@lulu.toluao58

1y↑1

literally all his music

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@droneofthefurture

1y↑492

This album is gonna break me lmao. I have a feeling its gonna be an instant classic for those with anxious attachment styles

@rahnbm

1y↑19

😂 I’m avoidant & I feel as if this album will break me too

@bellahadidnt.

1y↑7

more like avoidant

@potatosalad2804

1y↑2

faxx

@estebanrodriguez1456

1y↑6

I felt it as an instant classic, the best R&B album of the year so far

@kourttt6558

41w↑2

@@bellahadidnt.well it’s kind of both in a way. The person who can’t let go is the one with the anxious attachment and the one running is avoidant (just my thoughts tho)

@47Quay

1y↑2.6K

I’m a 21 year old Christian artist guiding the youth to the light of Jesus, & Daniel Caesar entirely shifted my views on music. Nothing but a masterpiece. I pray one day my music can touch masses like Daniel Caesar. He’s one of my biggest inspirations! 🙏

@fruitcrow

Dead ass bro

@RjDaOne01

1y↑17

Said it best!

@SubbingTooEveryoneWhoSubsToMe

1y↑10

Bro the goat fr

@vedra5531

1y↑13

damnnn your music is actually fire bro🔥🔥

@bigpeenas5800

1y↑6

Couldn’t have said it better big bro 💯

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@alimedina5129

1y↑337

The visuals are beautiful. Daniel, you captured relationship anxiety in the most beautiful and artistic way. This song breaks my heart in the best way every time I listen to it. Can’t wait for the album drop! 😭

@stevanypupella3308

43w

🫶🏼

@jasminelunalight962

1y↑710

I’m so excited for this album! The theme seems to fall around a relationship that just isn’t working out! Love this song so so much and the video is super symbolic! Running away from a relationship that just isn’t serving you no more but they just don’t want to let you go and would do whatever it takes to keep you.

@hannah3970

1y↑7

you described it perfectly ❤

@kurosnebula

1y↑6

I'm excited too hun! Please check out a quick cover I did for his lover’s POV, I'm no songwriter but when inspiration takes over we just have to share. 🤗💜

@jasminelunalight962

1y↑5

@@kurosnebula I just checked it out, you did an amazing job! Keep going and pushing yourself 🌟💛

@kurosnebula

1y↑5

@@jasminelunalight962 thank you luvs! I will try. I’m not a cover channel it was truly out of appreciation for this song. Thank you for your time! 💖

@reex5156

do u know what time he drop the album?

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@Luxurious0000

1y↑40

“Ain’t gon sleep tonight, My dreams exhaust me i’ll be awake til the light..” felt that to the core..

@najmiahmad3666

19w

@leslyemartinez3193

1y↑178

This song will always hold a soft spot in my heart

@shreevz

Always.

@marmiteghost

1y↑75

the melodies on this are actually crazy.
"it's bout that time that i break away before our time expire" gives me goosebumps every single time

@danicaruthomus7703

1y↑90

When everything seemed to be against me, your songs kept me going. Thank you. Love this song ❤

@StephanieMcleod-im1ck

1y↑106

He never disappoints, I hope he knows how much we appreciate his work! It got me through a lot just listening to his angelic voice and soul feeding words. God bless you!

@brimariecri

1y↑37

LITERALLY HAVENT STOPPED LISTENING TO THIS SONG FOR WEEKS AND CANT WAIT FOR THE ALBUM <3

@universalcompassion4118

1y↑13

not only that they refuse to let go but they also refuse to change and sometimes we not saying change we are saying go where you will be accepted for who you are. #letgo

@gigamasteralmas2097

1y↑19

I can't wait for the album!

@jacintodavecabusas.9014

1y↑151

@karld.8611

1y↑2

I hear “And honestly…” instead of “Hand on a sleeve…”. I may be wrong

@paristhompson2266

😭😢❤ mannn

@weirdtho5390

@@karld.8611 It doesn't say and honestly

@ahub87

1y↑1

@@weirdtho5390 in his official lyric video it’s “and honestly” 🤷‍♂️

@ahub87

1y↑1

@@karld.8611 you heard right. I watched his lyric video.

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@user-rk7kb2vk1v

1y↑192

Os arranjos musicais das músicas do Daniel são pura harmonia... simplesmente incríveis, de uma energia surreal!!!

@angelicawonder_2588

1y↑7

A voz, a forma como canta e encanta é surreal♥️

@patriciamanurung2063

😊

@shellyeditsalot

1y↑46

your visuals for this album have been stunning so far! I love how minimalist they are - capturing one moment/theme and drawing it out. I wonder how else you're going to approach your visuals. Will they continue this type of minimalism? how many more iterations can you and your team come up with? I'm so fucking excited 😩

@lethalhollis

1y↑8

I feel like I’ve changed a lot since I last listened to him, and so has he, this is a beautiful reunion.

@dollymbinakomo7718

1y↑14

I feel so alive whenever I listen to your songs. I adore you.

@lili011

1y↑22

his music definitely carried through some dark moments in my life as well as through really peaceful ones.

@trinitytucker88

1y↑16

The music I needed to soothe my soul

@HealthInspectorz

51w↑17

Song hits hard when u wanna let go of someone but the other person doesn’t want to let go of you.

@SemblanceandIntelligence

1y↑18

This album is gonna be a classic. Tis a shame high quality music in this genre isn’t appreciated. Daniel Ceasar is currently the King of Alternative RnB.

@hey3855

1y↑23

I love Daniel's music so much! He reaches the soul with the words he uses, his beautiful voice, and his melodies never miss. I can't wait to see you in concert, I just know I can't be disappointed ❤.

@InternetGirl1093

1y↑10

I love Daniel Caesar’s voice and his visual aesthetic! I am soooo excited for his album in April!!

@ndidi_elle

1y↑6

gets me every time when he goes "baby won't you let me gooooooooooooo"

@jaytez301

1y↑53

You must really want to get away if you can run that long without a break 😂, but this song has been on repeat since it dropped!

@richardhenderson9269

1y↑3

Man it be on repeat

@DnVFMVs

1y↑1

Why is running away?

@cris_here

@@DnVFMVs in the video, Daniel is running for a long time

@DnVFMVs

@@cris_here yehs buy why he running from the thicc?

@jamespryor4930

1y↑4

In every point in time you are lucky enough to be born in the same period as Daniel Caesar. Be grateful

@AJ-iu7wc

1y↑15

Beautiful song! You can really feel the passion from the lyrics and his voice is like no other. Thank you for staying true to music. This is my new favorite song.

@choclate39

1y↑7

Yaaas , I’m so ready for the whole album …. followed by a tour !

@user-fw9rc6fp3v

1y↑8

To me,the most amazing part about this song is that everyone can relate to their own feelings while listening. I end a two years relationship five months ago,and I can’t stop thinking those old days,for me the lyric“won’t you let me go ” means I want my memories to set me free.

@kevingonzalez1427

1y↑11

Every song is a 10/10

@bradleenyk258

1y↑11

This touches the Soul I've never felt anything like this before breath taking

@isabelli6972

1y↑33

Os arranjos, as imagens, a voz dele...pura harmonia ❤🇧🇷

@luizcoelho3914

1y↑35

Vc é sensacional, cada trabalho me surpreendo mais e mais com sua arte Daniel Caesar! Vc é único

@Aprilneves1icloud

1y↑19

I’ve been having this song on repeat…..can’t get enough 🖤✨

@TeyanThuny

38w↑3

This guy makes timeless songs. Clean and smooth

@iyaloonakale1553

1y↑12

So soothing for the soul😩. Been on repeat💕

@rosalooze9168

43w↑5

Daniel Caesar (and the musicians he works with) manage to give me goose bumps every time I listen to some of his songs like this one, Japanese Denim, Do You Like Me, Valentina and Get You. So beautiful. <3

@madeinash

1y↑4

So soulful, so beautiful. 😿🤍

@skinnydog148

1y↑2

Daniel Caesar's voice entwines with my innermost feelings.

@isabellasousa800

1y↑82

eu sempre coloco altas expectativas nas suas músicas, e você sempre ultrapassa todas elas Daniel, é incrível

@augustosarmentodeoliveira3023

1y↑8

Freudian é um dos melhores álbuns da última década

@Wanderlust

1y↑11

Music is a language we can feel, see, hear, that we can all understand 🤍

@lustersavage8986

Hi Wanderlust

@marckwabenaarmahjunior

1y↑3

Daniel is a Legend in RnB ❤❤

@isabellaescobar3690

1y↑10

I have this song on repeat it’s so beautiful ❤️❤️

@hellenchristine358

1y↑11

Os arranjos, a fotografia, a letra... TUDO!

@douglas_fxp9235

1y↑6

Daniel Caesar arrasando como sempre ❤

@jeniffergrisosti

1y↑17

Qual é a sensação de não errar nunca?
Perfeito demais viu! 🤌💖🇧🇷

@mlvn_ag

1y↑4

This album is gonna be spectacular 🔥

@gabrielaparcam

1y↑2

I’m so in love with your music, i’ve been waiting for thisss, drop the albummm🙏🏻

@fortnitepoggeraman6514

38w↑2

Daniel the goat
This song allowed me to go through hard adversities in my life. Thank you Daniel.

@teumearmyblink2713

51w↑4

Yedam's taste in music never disappointed me.

@carlaann2682

1y↑24

@user-ic3sn4pd5j

17w↑1

Hey Carla it's actually and honestly not hand on the sleeve. Thanks for putting the words

@ICY7755

1y↑4

Such calm. Lovely stuff!

@LoeyForDyo612

51w↑6

This song is so good, thanks Yedamie

@dekerica

1y↑2

By far my favorite song by Daniel.

@sandramendoza703

1y↑3

So beautiful everything . The sounds, the video, the lyrics, it’s something I can wake up to and drink coffee to 💕

@mylifeaslelo

1y↑2

we love you danny 🫶🏽

@danielae.4637

1y↑2

I'm waiting for the album for a long time, I'm so excited

@mokaLARE

46w↑1

Beautiful, sensational and sensitive voice. Attributes of a great singer.

@guiishawtyy8820

1y↑46

Cada música do Daniel é perfeita, cada uma sem exceção, ser fã dele é saber que você pode esperar algo incrível vindo dele

@fortnitepoggeraman6514

25w↑2

This song is so majestic😢😢😢😢

@ttomlin_

1y↑2

i’ve listened to this song a countless number of times…… it’s my favorite song from you daniel. thank you.

@nosiphomdabe7353

46w↑1

thank u daniel ceaser for this beautiful song

@afrieea

1y↑2

The drums have NOT gone unnoticed 😫😫... And accompanied by the harmonies..? 😍🥰🙌🏿😌

@myself2704

1y↑1

Kesini karna rekomendasi nya mas Johnny suh ku❤

@mariaarevalo8976

1y↑7

Paz y armonía es lo q tu voz transmite ✨

@lebomoeketsi

28w↑2

This song will ALWAYS hold a very very special spot in my heart

@malachymcintosh2573

1y↑2

Cant wait for this upcoming album I’m so excited

@visionvideopodcast7300

13w

Leeeeetttsssss gooooo🔥🔥🔥

@xxblkcherri

1y↑2

This entire album is amazing but this one touches me so different. The talent is undeniable

@jerryhuh

1y↑1

let me goooooooo

@anabeatrizrodrigues4701

1y↑8

Simplesmente perfeito, sou fã ❤️

@alejandro82505

10w

The way it fades into just the background vocals was absolutely beautiful! I wish this was how the original track was.

@travisantwion

1y↑2

This song is so beautiful and sad at the same time. Can’t believe it made me cry the first time hearing it.

@Dalmiroxdd

22w↑1

idoooo!!!

@SamyBun

1y↑1

My bd needs to hear this. I’m glad I’m healed and over him. I found my happiness and soulmate finally letting him go last year…set. The bar. Thanks Daniel for newbie

@arissaeirdina7551

1y↑1

WILDDDD

@brenayereid8171

1y↑4

THIS SONG IS PERFECT AND ON REPEAT !!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@Poozieeee

12w↑1

Glad I’ve found this song

@richardmavorondiya2264

45w↑1

Timeless❤️

@lukasdwilson

1y↑2

fav song rn, visuals did it for me too♡

@bestyoueverhad.2408

1y↑1

What a beautiful song..

@stephenasearlesii

52w↑6

I literally could drive from New York City to San Diego and back with this album on and not be tired of listening to it ❤

@marthaannrichardson

24w

This is true with Kim music as well.

@CarolineL_22

1y↑3

On repeat! I just heard this today. Beautiful!!

@mistynorman3172

1y↑1

I sooo can't wait for the album 😍 🙌🏽 ❤

@KC-oj7fy

1y↑1

Oohh Daniel, it's so good to hear you. Your music is my soul's life 💜💜💜💜

@elmadiana9552

1y↑1

mesmerizing🥺

@tigasway5129

1y↑3

Que música!! Que preta!!!😫❤️❤️

@razmatazzsi2293

More than enough. Thank you for your presence. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

@fujonakha998

51w↑5

The song and the owner just masterpiece thats why yedam like this songg

@kgalemaeugenemametse1706

47w↑1

This song is everything about relationships about life about circumstances. It’s here now and forever

@br3br3x

43w↑1

The fact that this song popped up out of nowhere and it was raining, it really made feel like I was floating, such a beautiful masterpiece to make a grow man cry…

@TheMysteriousBlueDoge

1y↑2

Hits different when you're going thru a breakup

@godfraydionzon9539

1y↑2

beautiful lyrics paired with beautiful voice

@merihelen1341

1y↑5

To completamente viciada nessa música. Que obra Daniel, obrigada por esse presente.

@AuggieG

1y↑3

This video was filmed beautifully! 👏🏽

@reginalima3318

1y↑3

Maravilhoso como sempre, ❤Ele sempre arrasa

@michellenyaga

Man is so talented and be blessed fr😭

@dileiy

51w↑1

nih lagu emg yedam bgt sih

@mauricethomas3814

1y↑1

I love that she finds him at the end of the video.

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