The seven members of GFT create their own sound while drawing on influences as diverse as Earth, Wind, & Fire and The Count Basie Orchestra. Groove For Thought's self titled debut CD has been released to rave reviews and has received radio airplay from coast to coast.
And So It Goes
Groove for Thought Lyrics
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A sanctuary safe and strong
To heal the wounds from lovers past
Until a new one comes along
I spoke to you in cautious tones
You answered me with no pretense
And still I feel I said too much
And every time I've held a rose
It seems I only felt the thorns
And so it goes, and so it goes
And so will you soon I suppose
And if my silence made you leave
Then that would be my first mistake
So I will share this room with you
And you can have this heart to break
Doudou, doudou, doudou, ...
And this is why my eyes are closed
It's just as well for all I've seen
And so it goes, and so it goes
And you're the only one who knows
So I would choose to be with you
That's if the choice were mine to make
But you can make decisions too
And you can have this heart to break
Doudou, doudou, doudou, ...
And so it goes, and so it goes
And you're the only one who knows.
"And So It Goes" by Groove for Thought is a song that explores the vulnerabilities and fears that come with loving someone. The lyrics speak to the idea that everyone has a safe space in their heart where they can heal from past pain and prepare for new love. The singer tells the listener that they spoke to them cautiously, not wanting to reveal too much of themselves, but still feeling like they may have overshared. They go on to explain that every time they've held a rose, they've only felt the thorns, suggesting that their experiences with love have been more painful than joyful.
The chorus repeats the phrase "and so it goes," which speaks to the idea that life and love move forward, regardless of the pain or joy that comes with it. The singer acknowledges that if their silence made the listener leave, it would be their own fault, but they are willing to share their heart with the listener, even if there is a potential for it to be broken. Towards the end of the song, the singer reveals that they have seen a lot and that's why they keep their eyes closed, but the listener is the only one who truly knows their heart.
Overall, "And So It Goes" is a poignant and introspective song about the complexities of love, vulnerability, and the inevitable pains and joys that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
In every heart there is a room
Every person has a space within themselves where they feel safe and protected.
A sanctuary safe and strong
This space is a haven of strength where one can retreat to find healing.
To heal the wounds from lovers past
The purpose of this space is to allow one to mend the hurt caused by previous romantic relationships.
Until a new one comes along
However, it is not a permanent state, as new relationships will arise.
I spoke to you in cautious tones
I spoke to you carefully, being mindful not to reveal too much information.
You answered me with no pretense
You responded sincerely, without any false pretenses or hidden meanings.
And still I feel I said too much
Despite my efforts to be reserved, I am still worried that I may have revealed too much.
My silence is my self defense
I may choose to be quiet as a way to protect myself from being vulnerable.
And every time I've held a rose
Each time I have been in love, it has not gone as I hoped.
It seems I only felt the thorns
Instead of feeling joy and happiness, I have only experienced pain and disappointment in love.
And so it goes, and so it goes
This is the pattern of my love life; it continues without changing.
And so will you soon I suppose
I expect that this same pattern will repeat with you as well.
And if my silence made you leave
If my reluctance to share made you walk away from me,
Then that would be my first mistake
I would realize it was a mistake not to open myself up to you.
So I will share this room with you
I will let you into this safe and protected space within me.
And you can have this heart to break
You are free to enter my heart and potentially cause more pain and heartbreak.
And this is why my eyes are closed
I keep my eyes closed as a way to protect myself from seeing any potential hurt that may come from love.
It's just as well for all I've seen
Keeping my eyes closed prevents me from seeing any more heartache and disappointment that may come my way.
And you're the only one who knows
You are the only one who truly understands and knows what I am feeling in this situation.
So I would choose to be with you
If given the chance, I would choose to be in a relationship with you.
That's if the choice were mine to make
However, sometimes circumstances prevent us from making the choices we wish we could.
But you can make decisions too
Ultimately, it is up to you to decide what you want in this relationship.
And you can have this heart to break
If you choose to be with me, you are free to enter my heart and potentially cause more pain and heartbreak.
And so it goes, and so it goes
This is the pattern of my love life; it continues without changing.
And you're the only one who knows.
You are the only one who truly understands and knows what I am feeling in this situation.
Writer(s): Billy Joel
Contributed by Julia S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.