I've Had It
Goffin Louise Lyrics
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When I saw him on the corner
Then I knew that I was a goner
I've had it, yeah, I've had it
When you say that I should phone
I've had it, yeah, I've had it
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la
I've had it, yeah, I've had it
When you say that you'll keep a date
Then you show up two hours late
I've had it, yeah, I've had it
When you say that I should phone
Then I do and there's nobody home
I've had it, yeah, I've had it
When I saw him on the corner
Then I knew that I was a goner
I've had it, oh you don't know,
But I've had it, yeah
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la
I've had it, yeah, I've had it
The song "I've Had It" by Goffin Louise is a classic example of a break-up song. The first stanza talks about seeing the person who caused the singer's heartbreak on the corner and realizing that it's all over. The repetition of the phrase "I've had it" emphasizes the finality of the situation. The second stanza is about broken promises, specifically about calling but not getting an answer and being stood up for a date. This represents the frustration and disappointment that comes with a failing relationship.
The chorus is a repetition of the same phrase, "I've had it," which conveys the feeling of being fed up and done with a toxic situation. The third and final stanza is a repeat of the first, ultimately emphasizing the fact that the singer is through with the relationship. Throughout the song, the singer's tone is one of resignation, bitterness, and disappointment.
Overall, "I've Had It" is a powerful and relatable song about the end of a relationship. It captures the feeling of frustration and disappointment that comes with a failing romance, with the repeated refrain emphasizing the finality of the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
When I saw him on the corner
Seeing him there made me realize that I was done for
Then I knew that I was a goner
I knew that my heart was going to be captured
I've had it, yeah, I've had it
I've reached my limit with this situation
When you say that I should phone
When you tell me to call
Then I do and there's nobody home
But when I do, you're not there
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la
Singing to mask my frustration
When you say that you'll keep a date
When you tell me that you'll show up on time
Then you show up two hours late
But then you arrive two hours late
I've had it, yeah, I've had it
I'm at my breaking point
I've had it, oh you don't know,
I'm totally fed up, you can't even imagine
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la
Continuing to use song to mask anger and frustration
I've had it, yeah, I've had it
I've reached my limit with this situation
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: CARL BONURA, RAYMOND CERONI
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@Agnethatheredhairkid
Louise is proof that the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. She has inherited her mother's brilliant voice.
@stevenmercer8299
I love this album. Probably not easy being born famous but she is really good. Louise you are cool on your own.
@LouiseGoffinOfficial
thanks so much Steven
@tomasmatusevich9849
I'm fun The Beatles, but this arrangement is discovery for me. Bright vocal !
@vivianfalco35
A great album. Listening has brought back great memories of Louise Goffin's great performance in Boston circa 79 or 80
@Mia7189
I brought this album when it came out. LOVED it! Still own the copy.
@ailurophile17
This is just a great cover of a great tune. For those who love this, track down Jackie DeShannon's super-cool version of "Things We Said Today."
@bmoore5868
brilliant production from Danny Kortchmar... I think the production on this album inspired Don Henley to pick Kootch as his producer. kind of get the impression the artist doesn't want to call attention to the first two albums
@kordier
Really great version.
@ginagroveau5002
Love this Album and her Mama!