Riddance
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I'll carry these scars to my grave
Bury me in emotion
Static devotion
Good grief good riddance
God speed you need it
Cause your tongue cuts like a blade
Bury me beneath your shame
But don't go
Just leave me alone
No don't go
I don't ever forget
It's in my blood
I'll never let you forget
That you gave up
But, please don't go
Just leave me alone
Complicit in eviction
Of my love and affection
But the absence of your song
Has me feeling so lost
But don't go
Just leave me alone
No don't go
I don't ever forget
It's in my blood
I'll never let you forget
That you gave up
But, please don't go
Just leave me alone
Leave me alone
So why'd you sell me out
If I'm not worth it?
You know you let me down?
But I'm used to it
So why'd you sell me out
If I'm not worth it?
(If I'm not worth it?)
You know you let me down?
But I'm used to it
(I'm so used to it)
So why'd you sell me out?
If I'm not worth it?
(Am I not worth it?)
You know you let me down?
(One thing's for certain)
You know you let me down?
(Nobody's perfect)
But don't go
Just leave me alone
No don't go
I don't ever forget
It's in my blood
I'll never let you forget
That you gave up
But, please don't go
Just leave me alone
The lyrics of "Riddance" by Good delve into the complex emotions of heartbreak, betrayal, and longing. The opening lines, "Your tongue cuts like a blade, I'll carry these scars to my grave," vividly depict the pain caused by hurtful words and actions from someone close to the singer. The reference to carrying scars to the grave suggests a deep-seated wound that may never fully heal. The plea to be buried in emotion and static devotion conveys a sense of being overwhelmed by feelings and a steadfast devotion that remains despite the hurt.
The repetition of "Good grief good riddance, God speed you need it" reflects a mixture of acceptance and farewell to the person who caused the pain. The acknowledgement of the cutting words and buried shame indicates a sense of resignation to the situation, even as the singer grapples with the impact of the hurtful actions. The theme of leaving but not wanting to be alone is present throughout the song, highlighting the conflicting desires for distance and closeness.
The lines "Complicit in eviction of my love and affection" suggest a mutual role in the breakdown of the relationship, with both parties contributing to the distance and disconnect. The absence of the person's presence is deeply felt, leaving the singer feeling lost and adrift. Despite the pain and betrayal, there is a plea for the person not to go, emphasizing a lingering attachment and a reluctance to be left alone in the aftermath of the relationship's demise.
The final verses of the song grapple with feelings of worthiness and abandonment, questioning why the person chose to "sell out" the singer and reflecting on feeling let down yet accustomed to disappointment. The repeated plea not to go and the refrain of "just leave me alone" encapsulate the contradictory desires for connection and isolation, underscoring the complexity of emotions experienced in the wake of a broken relationship. Overall, "Riddance" captures the raw, tumultuous aftermath of love lost and the struggle to come to terms with betrayal and heartbreak while grappling with feelings of abandonment and self-worth.
Line by Line Meaning
Your tongue cuts like a blade
Your words are sharp and hurtful
I'll carry these scars to my grave
I will always bear the emotional wounds you inflicted
Bury me in emotion
Overwhelm me with feelings
Static devotion
Unchanging loyalty
Good grief good riddance
Sadness followed by relief
God speed you need it
I wish you well in whatever you do
Cause your tongue cuts like a blade
Your words continue to hurt
Bury me beneath your shame
Let your guilt weigh on me
But don't go
Stay with me
Just leave me alone
Let me be by myself
No don't go
Please don't leave
I don't ever forget
I remember everything
It's in my blood
Part of who I am
I'll never let you forget
I will always remind you
That you gave up
That you quit trying
But, please don't go
Stay with me
Just leave me alone
Let me be on my own
Complicit in eviction
Involved in pushing me away
Of my love and affection
Of the care and love I showed
But the absence of your song
Without your presence
Has me feeling so lost
I feel adrift and confused
So why'd you sell me out
Why did you betray me
If I'm not worth it?
If I'm not valuable to you?
You know you let me down?
You disappointed me?
But I'm used to it
I have become accustomed to it
Leave me alone
Let me be by myself
One thing's for certain
One thing is clear
Nobody's perfect
No one is flawless
Lyrics Š O/B/O DistroKid, Sentric Music
Written by: John Davis, Ken Bryant, Matthew Chapman, Tyler Dominy, Zachary Nance
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@High-Strangeness
So few songs đŻcapture the age of an era.
For those who weren't there,
This was how the 90s felt
As soon as this song was released, we all knew that was forever to be a moment, frozen and sealed like a time capsule
Whatever you may be going through, listen to this and raise a glass to those no longer with us
You'll always be together in memoriesđĽ
@94oGs
Personal Story Time:
I was 17 when I was introduced to Green Day by my girlfriend at the time who was obsessed with them. So, to impress her before we started dating, I binge listened to all their music and slowly but surely I realized why she was so crazy about this band. I could relate to her on a whole new level because I eventually just loved all their songs and we would cruise throughout the late nights just listening to Green Day in my car. "When It's Time" was our song by them. I was definitely head over heels for this girl and when I went to the military, she waited for me. It all sounds like a movie now that I look back on it. Another song that always stood out to me was " Good Riddance". It wasn't necessarily a happy song when I read the lyrics so I couldn't really associate happy feelings with it. Anyways, fast forward, we both start our freshman year of college together. Life's good... until life and school start to get in between us and we were no longer those young kids that fell in love in high school... We slowly became different people. As months go on, we argued more and more and I came to the realization that maybe, it's better if we went our separate ways. I ended it but I knew it was for the best. My heart was broken because as much as I wanted "us" to work, it didn't. I loved that green eyed red haired girl. Fast forward a week later, I find out she rebounded and let me tell you, even though we weren't together, I suffered knowing something so precious to me was easily snatched up by a guy she barely knew. I don't think I've ever cried so hard ever in my life because folks, a broken heart tears you apart from the inside out. So, after months of trying to recover, I revisited Green Day again because I really loved their music, but I associated their music with her. One song stood out more than the others... " Good Riddance".. because each single lyric has meaning behind it for me. It will forever be associated with her now because it matches so much what we went through for 2 years. " It's something unpredictable, but in the end it's right, I hope you had the time of your life" As she was the best thing for me in the beginning, she ended up being the worst for me in the end, but I loved every second with her.
Update: I didn't realize this comment would blow up the way it did! Really I was just in my feelings one night and wrote about this personal story to get it out of my system đ I didn't realize how many people actually cared to read it and I'm grateful for that. Anyways, if you're wondering what happened after this story took place, life went on as usual. Everything healed with time really. It's never the end of the world when break-ups occur even though it may seem like it at the time. These types of things are just little bumps In the road of life that may slow you down, but ultimately it's your choice to pick up the pace once again, even if it is just baby steps. It's still progression!
P.s. life's too short to be worrying about one person you've been with for however long. Especially if you're a Marine and a sophomore in college đ
Much love!
07/25/2021: I saw Green Day for the first time last night for their Hella Mega tour with Weezer and Fallout boy in Dallas âĽď¸ at the end of their set, they played this song in the most tranquil, peaceful way possible!! đđ It was so beautiful and It felt like everything in the past has led to this moment, as weird as that sounds. I just feel at peace ATM âĽď¸ Much love guys!!
@martinamarty1859
So, I'm a 16 yo italian girl.
Since I'm 10 I've always wanted to learn how to play the guitar, but my parents didn't let me.(but i learned piano)
This year was one of the worst in my life(I'm not joking) and Green Day (and also music in general) helped me a lot.
Finally three weeks ago I started my guitar lessons and yesterday my guitar teacher said "now I wanna teach you this very beautiful song" and he started playing"Good riddance".
Now i learned it (only the chords ofc)
and I don't know how to describe how I feel...finally I'm happy, not bc of the fact that I kinda learned this song, but bc I reflected a lot these months and I stopped hating on myself.
So thank you guys, thank you so so much.
Also I was supposed to see Green Day this june in Milan, but next year will be great! Stay safe.
Edit: thank you for the likes, wasn't expecting this many! Also I finally bought an electric guitar a month ago!
@-bobarsauruz-1859
Another turning point, a fork stuck in the road
Time grabs you by the wrist, directs you where to go
So make the best of this test and don't ask why
It's not a question, but a lesson learned in time
It's something unpredictable, but in the end it's right
I hope you had the time of your life
So take the photographs and still frames in your mind
Hang it on a shelf in good health and good time
Tattoos of memories and dead skin on trial
For what it's worth it was worth all the while
It's something unpredictable, but in the end it's right
I hope you had the time of your life
It's something unpredictable, but in the end it's right
I hope you had the time of your life
It's something unpredictable, but in the end it's right
I hope you had the time of your life
And if youâre reading this I hope you have the time if your life
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@patty2074
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@chipmunk3k
you kids going to come to Australia?
@eveapple4928
Booked it - 29th June wembley. Absolutely cannot wait â¤
@roksanabrzezinska4842
Me too â¤
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@socialsuicide6270
This song should be called "Good Riddance (We Play This Song At Every Fucking Graduation) "
@shoe6003
so much truth
@trueactionchannel
Elliot Rodger brought me here
@alham9618
this song better than...graduation by vitamin c lol