The band toured alongside Der Weg einer Freiheit and the Great Old Ones in March, 2016 and played Summer Breeze Open Air later that year. For live performances, J.J. and M.S. are joined by bassist Thomas Dornig, drummer Mischa Bruemmer and guitarist Marrok. In 2017 they were nominated for the "Hard & Heavy" category of the Amadeus Austrian Music Awards.
Song to Say Goodbye
Harakiri for the Sky Lyrics
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You crying tragic waste of skin
I'm well aware of how it aches
And you still won't let me in
Now I'm breaking down your door
To try and save your swollen face
Though I don't like you anymore
You lying trying waste of space
You were always one of those blessed with lucky sevens
And the voice that made me cry
My oh my
You were Mother Nature's son
Someone to whom I could relate
Your needle and your damage done
Remains a sordid twist of fate
Now I'm trying to wake you up
To pull you from the liquid sky
'Cause if I don't we'll both end up
With just your songs that say goodbye
My oh my
A song to say goodbye
A song to say goodbye
A song to say
Before our innocence was lost
You always one of those blessed with lucky sevens
And a voice that made me cry
It's a song to say goodbye
It's a song to say goodbye
It's a song to say goodbye
It's a song to say goodbye
It's a song to say goodbye
It's a song to say goodbye
It's a song to say goodbye
It's a song to say goodbye
The lyrics of "Song To Say Goodbye" by Harakiri for the Sky speak to the pain and desperation of watching someone you care about self-destruct. The opening lines, "You are one of God's mistakes / You crying tragic waste of skin," express the singer's frustration and helplessness as they try to reach out to someone who refuses their help. They continue on to say that they are "breaking down your door / to try and save your swollen face," illustrating the urgency of the situation and the singer's determination to help despite the other person's resistance.
The song is also reflective, looking back on the past when things were better. The lines "Before our innocence was lost / You were always one of those blessed with lucky sevens" and "It's a song to say goodbye" evoke nostalgia for the past and a sense of finality in the present. The repeated refrain "A song to say goodbye" reinforces this, expressing the idea that sometimes the only way to deal with pain and loss is to acknowledge it and let go.
Overall, "Song To Say Goodbye" is a poignant lament for a relationship that could not be saved, and a recognition that sometimes love and caring are not enough to stop someone from self-destructing.
Line by Line Meaning
You are one of God's mistakes
You are a person who should not have been born, according to divine design
You crying tragic waste of skin
You are a sad individual who wasted your existence
I'm well aware of how it aches
I know how much you are hurting
And you still won't let me in
You refuse to let me help you
Now I'm breaking down your door
I am forcing my way into your life
To try and save your swollen face
To attempt to rescue you from the physical harm that you are inflicting upon yourself
Though I don't like you anymore
Even though I no longer have positive feelings towards you
You lying trying waste of space
You are a deceitful and worthless person
Before our innocence was lost
When we were young and uncorrupted
You were always one of those blessed with lucky sevens
You were always fortunate and seemingly destined for success
And the voice that made me cry
Your singing was so emotional that it brought me to tears
My oh my
Expressing surprise or wonder
You were Mother Nature's son
You had a natural talent and connection with the world around us
Someone to whom I could relate
I felt a personal connection with you
Your needle and your damage done
Your drug use and its negative effects have impacted you greatly
Remains a sordid twist of fate
It is a depressing and ironic outcome
Now I'm trying to wake you up
I am attempting to make you realize the gravity of your situation
To pull you from the liquid sky
To rescue you from the effects of the drugs you have taken
'Cause if I don't we'll both end up
If I do not intervene, we will both suffer the consequences
With just your songs that say goodbye
You will only be remembered for your farewell songs
A song to say goodbye
This is a song to bid farewell
A song to say
A song to bid farewell
It's a song to say goodbye
The purpose of this song is to say goodbye
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AOP Records
North America tour with Ghost Bath& Unreqvited
Tickets: https://linktr.ee/harakiriforthesky
20 Apr. 23 – Brooklyn, NY
21 Apr. 23 – Philadelphia, PA
22 Apr. 23 – Baltimore, MD
23 Apr. 23 – Atlanta, GA
25 Apr. 23 – Nashville, TN
26 Apr. 23 – Little Rock, AR
28 Apr. 23 – Houston, TX
29 Apr. 23 – Dallas, TX
30 Apr. 23 – Austin, TX
01 May 23 – El Paso, TX
02 May 23 – Mesa, AZ
03 May 23 – Tucson, AZ
04 May 23 – San Diego, CA
05 May 23 – Los Angeles, CA
06 May 23 – Cupertino, CA
07 May 23 – Portland, OR
08 May 23 – Seattle, WA
10 May 23 – Boise, ID
11 May 23 – Salt Lake City, UT
12 May 23 – Denver, CO
13 May 23 – Kansas City, KS
14 May 23 – Chicago, IL
15 May 23 – Detroit, MI
16 May 23 – Pittsburgh, PA
17 May 23 – Rochester, NY
18 May 23 – Toronto, ON
19 May 23 – Ottawa, ON
20 May 23 – Montreal, QC
21 May 23 – Quebec City, QC
Abderrezak Bouhedda
Lyrics:
You are one of God's mistakes
You crying, tragic waste of skin
I'm well aware of how it aches
And you still won't let me in
Now, I'm breaking down your door
To try and save your swollen face
Though I don't like you anymore
You lying, trying waste of space
Before our innocence was lost
You were always one of those
Blessed with lucky sevens
And a voice that made me cry
My, oh, my
You were mother nature's son
Someone to whom I could relate
Your needle and your damage done
Remains a sordid twist of fate
Now, I'm tryin' to wake you up
To pull you from the liquid sky
'Cause if I don't, we'll both end up
With just your song to say goodbye
Before our innocence was lost
You were always one of those
Blessed with lucky sevens
And a voice that made me cry
(It's a song to say goodbye ) x4
AOP Records
North America tour with Ghost Bath& Unreqvited
Tickets: https://linktr.ee/harakiriforthesky
20 Apr. 23 – Brooklyn, NY
21 Apr. 23 – Philadelphia, PA
22 Apr. 23 – Baltimore, MD
23 Apr. 23 – Atlanta, GA
25 Apr. 23 – Nashville, TN
26 Apr. 23 – Little Rock, AR
28 Apr. 23 – Houston, TX
29 Apr. 23 – Dallas, TX
30 Apr. 23 – Austin, TX
01 May 23 – El Paso, TX
02 May 23 – Mesa, AZ
03 May 23 – Tucson, AZ
04 May 23 – San Diego, CA
05 May 23 – Los Angeles, CA
06 May 23 – Cupertino, CA
07 May 23 – Portland, OR
08 May 23 – Seattle, WA
10 May 23 – Boise, ID
11 May 23 – Salt Lake City, UT
12 May 23 – Denver, CO
13 May 23 – Kansas City, KS
14 May 23 – Chicago, IL
15 May 23 – Detroit, MI
16 May 23 – Pittsburgh, PA
17 May 23 – Rochester, NY
18 May 23 – Toronto, ON
19 May 23 – Ottawa, ON
20 May 23 – Montreal, QC
21 May 23 – Quebec City, QC
Clerton Santiago
Song to Say Goodbye is easily the best Placebo songs, probably the most sad too, and their official video deserved at least an oscar. unbelievably you guys managed to improve this song, unbelievable! and I mesmerized with your brilliant work in Mad World, thanks guys you're really amazing!!!
Foteini -
Placebo and Harkiri for the sky are two bands I never thought I would see in the same sentence. Love them both
PlayerSkiller
This left me breathless. It's so emotional and beautiful! I like it more than the original version. This band will always have a special place in my heart. I love their music.
Abderrezak Bouhedda
Lyrics:
You are one of God's mistakes
You crying, tragic waste of skin
I'm well aware of how it aches
And you still won't let me in
Now, I'm breaking down your door
To try and save your swollen face
Though I don't like you anymore
You lying, trying waste of space
Before our innocence was lost
You were always one of those
Blessed with lucky sevens
And a voice that made me cry
My, oh, my
You were mother nature's son
Someone to whom I could relate
Your needle and your damage done
Remains a sordid twist of fate
Now, I'm tryin' to wake you up
To pull you from the liquid sky
'Cause if I don't, we'll both end up
With just your song to say goodbye
Before our innocence was lost
You were always one of those
Blessed with lucky sevens
And a voice that made me cry
(It's a song to say goodbye ) x4
Impetus Fanzine
Really good band but reading the lyrics always makes me want to go give this guy a hug. Feels like he needs it.
Глеб Оборин
When HFTS perform a cover of your favorite Placebo song...
Fucking awesome, as always
Simon Andersen
Harakiri for the Sky never disappoint 🤘. Simply outstanding
Ernesto Rodriguez García
One of my favourite Placebo's song performing by one of the best band that I've ver heard. 🙌🏻
Lord Heimdallr
Never heard the Original Version but damn the desperation in J.J's Voice in this song is just breathtaking. Defenetly need to hear the Placebo Version now.