Gone
Daughtry Lyrics

The lyrics of "Gone" by Daughtry speak to the pain and confusion of a relationship that has ended unexpectedly. The line "Feeling like this could only mean I'm sinking" is a poignant representation of the feeling of drowning in emotions that comes with a breakup. The repetition of "I thought you would be home, you said you never would be gone" highlights the betrayal and confusion that can come with suddenly being left alone. The chorus, with its plea to be rescued, reiterates the sense of helplessness that can come with heartbreak.

The second verse feels like a retreat into oneself, a coping mechanism used to deal with the pain. The singer tries to hide in a "once overfilled but now empty place," yet even here the memory of the lost love is omnipresent. The line "The day you turned on me is the day I died" is dramatic and impactful, emphasizing just how significant and painful the betrayal was. The singer can't remember what it's like to feel alive, to feel anything other than this overriding sadness.

The song's bridge offers a glimmer of hope. The idea that reaching up to the sky might bring some kind of solace or answer represents a metaphorical move towards a kind of spiritual or emotional transcendence. The final repetition of "I thought you would be home, you said you never would be gone, but you are" leaves the listener feeling like they've shared a deep and painful experience with the artist.