Gone
Dream Koala Lyrics


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I only
Love you when you go
I only
Want you when you go

I only
Love you when you go
I only
Want you when you go
I only
Love you when you go




I only
Want you when you go

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Dream Koala's song "Gone" convey a sense of longing and attachment to a person that is leaving. The repetition of "I only love you when you go, I only want you when you go" showcases a paradoxical sentiment, where the singer only realizes their emotions and feelings once they lose the person they love. The use of the word "only" emphasizes how the singer feels like their emotional connection with this person is scarce or limited, and that they only appreciate what they had once it's gone. The usage of the words "love" and "want" indicate a deep desire and passion for this person, but only after they have left.


The song's theme of loss is amplified by the dreamlike soundscape and the melancholic voice of the singer. The slow and dragging sound creates an evocative atmosphere that intensifies the singer's emotion as they sing about missing the person they love. The lyrics can be interpreted in many ways, but a general theme is the fear of loss 'after the fact'. It suggests that the singer may have taken the person's presence and love for granted, and only realized its value after they were gone.


Line by Line Meaning

I only love you when you go
My love for you is conditional and limited to times when you are not around me.


I only want you when you go
My desire for you is only strong when you are absent from my life.


I only love you when you go
My affection for you is fleeting and temporary, and only surfaces when you are not present.


I only want you when you go
My longing for you is strongest when you are not physically with me, but fades when you return.


I only love you when you go
My love for you is not genuine or authentic, as it is based on your absence rather than your presence.


I only want you when you go
My desire for you is rooted in the idea of losing you, rather than appreciating and valuing you in the moment.




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Grace

They produce the best chill music I've ever heard. Forever a fan of Dream Koala.

Joum Valera

He's a solo artist.

Fozziethefoster

Reminds me of my time in Paris - at a friends penthouse apt. Party,
I had to get some air, so went to the balcony, this was playing out there - a smoke with a view and a tune - near perfect

Diego Araya

Fozziethefoster Lucky you man! Greetings from Costa Rica

Minus Blindfold

what a blow-hard

Jennifer Beckcom

I have liked every song by this artist. 

Kori Brown

Love the atmosphere, he always does smooth melodies that are like a warm summer breeze!

Hine-Raranga

love lstening to it when im high af. takes me to a whole new place makes me feel free and happy for once

Kori Brown

Stay strong out there on that high ride!

DVTCHMAN

Amen

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