There She Goes
Durwood Haddock Lyrics
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And it's signed with love just like it used to be
The only thing different, the only thing new
I've got your picture, she's got you
I've got the records that we used to share
And they still sound the same as when you were here
The only thing different, the only thing new
I've got the records, she's got you
I really don't know but I know it won't let me be
I've got your class ring that proved you cared
And it still looks the same as when you gave it, dear
The only thing different, the only thing new
I've got these little things, she's got you
I've got your memory or has it got me?
I really don't know but I know it won't let me be
I've got your class ring that proved you cared
And it still looks the same as when you gave it, dear
The only thing different, the only thing new
I've got these little things, she's got you
Durwood Haddock's song There She Goes tells the story of a person who is still holding onto the memories of a past love. The opening verse describes a picture that was given to the singer by the former partner, signed with love just as it used to be. The only difference is that the new woman in the former partner's life has replaced the singer. The same sentiment is repeated when the singer speaks of the records that they used to share, and how they still sound the same, but the new woman has them now. The pain of holding onto these mementos is clear in the chorus when the singer wonders if they have the memory or if the memory has them, but one thing is sure, it won't let them be.
The second verse is filled with longing as the singer speaks of the former partner's class ring which proves they cared. The ring still looks the same as when it was given to the singer, but now it is in the possession of someone else, the new woman. Again the chorus repeats the same sentiment of not knowing if the memory has the singer or if they have the memory. The last line, "I've got these little things, she's got you," is a poignant reminder that even though the little things that were once shared are still with the singer, those things cannot replace the person they once belonged to.
Overall, the lyrics of There She Goes express a longing for someone who has moved on, but the singer is still holding onto memories through these little things. The pain of not being able to let go is palpable, and it creates a melancholic atmosphere of unrequited love.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got your picture that you gave to me
I possess a photograph given by you
And it's signed with love just like it used to be
The photograph bears a message of affection as it always did
The only thing different, the only thing new
Everything else is unchanged except for
I've got your picture, she's got you
the subject of this photo who is now with someone else
I've got the records that we used to share
I have the music we both enjoyed together
And they still sound the same as when you were here
The songs haven't changed, they evoke the same memories
I've got your memory or has it got me?
I'm unsure if I'm holding on to your memory or it's holding on to me
I really don't know but I know it won't let me be
However, I know it's not allowing me to move on
I've got your class ring that proved you cared
I have the symbol of your love and affection
And it still looks the same as when you gave it, dear
The ring hasn't lost its shine and significance
I've got these little things, she's got you
I have the small things that still remind me of you, but she has you
Writer(s): EDDIE MILLER, DURWOOD HADDOCK, W STEVENSON
Contributed by Emily T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Younglove422
My first time to hear this singer. He is really good. He does as good or even better on this song as Carl Smith. Thanks for sharing............Joan
@makaileyvargas8460
This is my great grandpa
@SteveReviewsCountryMusic
Awesome Pat... Donna Darlene was a great pick also. We can always count on you to provide the very best "traditional country music"... Durwood Haddock is another great example. Regards Steve at Country Roads
@jackmccall7108
Did durwood haddock work @ kerb radio in Kermit tx?
@billbombshiggy9254
Oh this is where the song from Coal Miners Daughter came from, yes?