Bronte
Gotye Lyrics


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Now your bowl is empty
And your feet are cold
And your body cannot stop rocking
I know
It hurts to let go

Since the day we found you
You have been our friend
And your voice still echoes in the hallways of this house
But now
It's the end

We will be with you
When you're leaving
We will be with you
When you go
We will be with you
And hold you till you're quiet
It hurts to let you go

We will be with you
We will be with you




We will be with you
You will stay with us

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Gotye's song Bronte is a heartfelt and emotional tribute to a dying pet. The song is about letting go and saying goodbye to a beloved animal companion. The first verse describes the physical symptoms of the pet's impending death, such as an empty bowl, cold feet, and a body that cannot stop rocking. The chorus reassures the pet that their family will be with them until the end, holding them and comforting them. The final verse promises that the pet will always be remembered and that their memory will continue to live on in the family's home.


The song evokes a deep sense of sadness and nostalgia for anyone who has lost a pet. It is a reminder of the special bond that can develop between humans and animals, and the pain that comes with saying farewell. The lyrics also demonstrate the importance of being present and providing comfort to an animal in their final moments.


Line by Line Meaning

Now your bowl is empty
Your time has come to an end, and you have no more energy left to give.


And your feet are cold
You are nearing the end of your journey, and your body is slowly shutting down.


And your body cannot stop rocking
Your body is struggling to keep up with the energy needed to complete the final journey.


I know
I understand the pain and sorrow that comes with this moment.


It hurts to let go
Parting ways with a close friend or companion is never easy, and it is painful to accept the inevitable separation.


Since the day we found you
From the moment we met, you have been an integral part of our lives.


You have been our friend
We have shared countless memories and experiences together, and you have been a constant source of comfort and joy.


And your voice still echoes in the hallways of this house
Even though you will no longer be physically present, your spirit will live on in our memories, and we will always cherish the time we spent together.


But now
Unfortunately, the inevitable has arrived and our time together has come to an end.


It's the end
The journey has come to its final destination, and it is time to say goodbye.


We will be with you
We will remain by your side no matter what happens, until the very end.


When you're leaving
We will be there to support you as you start your final journey, and we will help you find peace.


And hold you till you're quiet
We will be there to comfort you and offer solace, even as you depart this world.


We will be with you
Our love and support for you will never fade, and even though you must leave us, we will always cherish the memories we shared together.


You will stay with us
Even though you are no longer physically with us, your spirit will always remain in our hearts, and we will think of you fondly in the years to come.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Walter Andre De Backer

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@soi777

I had a friend for 20 years. I watched him born, I was 15. When his mom let me, I held him in my hand. He was small.

I let him run and kept him safe. He loved to run.

One day he got sick, he was older. Kidneys. Common for them.

I bought all the medicine, changed diets, did everything.

I told myself I would know when it was time. One day my friend laid down in the bath tub.

The last day we had, I held my best friend when they made him sleep. Before he went, he looked right into my eyes, turned, and went to sleep.

20 years.



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@Nathorama

10 years later, this still hurts on a emotional level that still hasn't lost its punch when I first listened to it.

@yohantheman

nobodys here with anyone, is a mother, son thing. to say,but i makes me happy..

@tylerk9404

I have this hurt. A big reason why I share this joke, because of the shocking, but laughter/healing effect.
I went to a psychic, told me in around 14 years I'd suffer a terrible heart ache, so to make myself feel better, I got myself a puppy....(or kitten)...
That joke gets me, but I can't help but to pass it on.

@Funkenst8in1

Yup I tried this again and I'm still crying everytime. Only because of the way it sounds and how the video is made like literally I can relate to this on many different levels and perspectives of life
I miss my dog, I miss being young, I miss being able to feel free in way where there was no worry of anything but life moves on and so can you

@yohantheman

@Kurt Wylde Be crying and sharing your crying... what a man...

@yohantheman

@Kurt Wylde what?

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@sixfatpeople

Tomorrow night I play this at my mother's funeral. Me and her got to see Gotye play this live and were touched by it. A fitting goodbye for anyone you loved.

@paramjaingaming7972

May her soul fly high 💕

@ghostofsparta2272

GBNF ❤

@ronniepack4683

Just saw this comment 3 years later i can imagine you miss her as i would.
She was probably very moved that you played this song

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