And So It Goes
Flack Roberta Lyrics


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We ran into her just by chance
I saw it in a single glance
My oldest friend
Your new romance, must I remember?

You couldn't run
She couldn't hide
She dropped her eyes
You turned aside
You didn't want to hurt my pride
But you knew that

Love is a rush of wild wind
The scent of a summer rose
A whistle blowing on a distant track and when it goes, it goes

I know that tale I've heard it told
How bruises reach down to the soul
A love once warm, turns icy cold
And I love that

Love is a rush of wild wind
The scent of a summer rose
A whistle blowing on a distant track
And when it goes, it goes

Take your heart where it longs to be
I won't bind you to a memory
I know if I wait, it will happen to me, oh ho, oh yeah

Love is a rush of wild wind
The scent of a summer rose
A whistle blowing on a distant track and when it goes, it goes

Love is a rush of wild wind
The scent of a summer rose
A whistle blowing on a distant track and when it goes, it goes

Love is a rush of wild wind




The scent of a summer rose
A whistle blowing on a distant track and when it goes, it goes

Overall Meaning

In "And So It Goes," Flack Roberta explores the complexity of love, particularly in the context of a failed relationship. The singer, who is possibly addressing a former lover, expresses her feelings of betrayal and hurt when she unintentionally meets her ex-boyfriend with his new girlfriend. She recalls the "love once warm" that "turns icy cold," and also acknowledges the reality of love as something that can be fleeting and transitory, like a "rush of wild wind." Despite the hurt, however, she decides to let go of her lover and release him from any attachments to their past. She tells him to follow his heart and be with whoever he wants, even if it means it's not with her.


Line by Line Meaning

We ran into her just by chance
We unexpectedly bumped into her while being at the same place at the same time.


I saw it in a single glance
I immediately noticed and recognized her.


My oldest friend
She is someone I've known for a long time and with whom I share a deep connection.


Your new romance, must I remember?
Do I need to keep in mind that you are now with someone else?


You couldn't run
You didn't have the ability to escape the situation.


She couldn't hide
She was unable to conceal her presence.


She dropped her eyes
She avoided our gaze or looked away in shame.


You turned aside
You intentionally looked away or averted your eyes to avoid confrontation or awkwardness.


You didn't want to hurt my pride
You didn't want to make me feel embarrassed or ashamed.


But you knew that
However, you were aware that it could still be hurtful or uncomfortable for me.


Love is a rush of wild wind
Love is a powerful, intense force that can sweep you off your feet.


The scent of a summer rose
Love can also be sweet and fragrant, like the delightful aroma of a rose in bloom during summertime.


A whistle blowing on a distant track and when it goes, it goes
Love can be like the sound of a train passing by in the distance, fleeting and ephemeral, never to return.


I know that tale I've heard it told
I'm familiar with the story of how love can be fleeting and end in heartbreak.


How bruises reach down to the soul
The pain of a broken heart can be deep and long-lasting, affecting a person's very core.


A love once warm, turns icy cold
A formerly passionate and loving relationship can turn cold and distant.


And I love that
And yet, despite the potential for heartbreak, I still find love to be a beautiful and worthy pursuit.


Take your heart where it longs to be
Follow your heart and pursue the love that you truly desire.


I won't bind you to a memory
I won't hold you back or keep you tied to memories of our past together.


I know if I wait, it will happen to me, oh ho, oh yeah
I believe that if I am patient, I will also find love again.


Love is a rush of wild wind
Love is still a powerful, unpredictable force that can change our lives.


The scent of a summer rose
It can still be sweet and alluring, like the fragrance of a rose in bloom during summertime.


A whistle blowing on a distant track and when it goes, it goes
But we must also remember that love can be fleeting and unpredictable, like the sound of a train passing by in the distance.


Love is a rush of wild wind
Love remains a powerful, intense force that is worth pursuing.


The scent of a summer rose
It can still be sweet and fragrant, like the delightful aroma of a rose in bloom during summertime.


A whistle blowing on a distant track and when it goes, it goes
But we must still be prepared for love to be fleeting and elusive, disappearing as quickly as it appeared.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: B. MILES, M. ANGELOU, R. FLACK

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