Say Goodbye
Hillary Hand Lyrics
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To your cat, your family, and your friends
This is all I have to give
In fear of knowing where to live
And God knows why
I have everything I ever wanted
It's a part of me that died
Fake a smile
It may be a while
Till your heart stops beating
Your heart stops beating
Try and try to cry
But your tears are dry
Your tears are dry
Your tears are dry
Wears a jaded heart
Was your desire to feel a part
To feel a part
You call your mother on the phone
You're feeling sad and so alone
You hear your cat howling meow
You wonder where your friends are now
Fake a smile
It may be a while
Till your heart stops beating
Your heart stops beating
Try and try to cry
But your tears are dry
Your tears are dry
Your tears are dry
Wears a jaded heart
Was your desire to feel a part
To feel a part
To feel a part
Fake a smile
It may be a while
Till your heart stops beating
Your heart stops beating
The lyrics of Hillary Hand's song "Say Goodbye" convey the emotions of someone who is experiencing a profound sense of loss and detachment. At the beginning of the song, the artist advises the listener to say goodbye and make amends to their loved ones, including their pets, family, and friends. This is a poignant reminder of the transient nature of life and the importance of cherishing the connections we have. However, the artist seems to be struggling with this advice themselves, as they admit to feeling unsure about where to go next.
The next few lines of the song reveal a deeper sense of despair as the artist admits that they have everything they ever wanted, but something inside of them has died. This sense of emptiness is palpable throughout the song, as the artist tries to hold on to a sense of normalcy by faking a smile. The chorus repeats the phrase "your tears are dry," which could signify that the artist has had to hold back their tears for so long that they can't cry anymore. The final stanza reiterates the artist's desire to feel a part of something bigger, to connect with the people and animals around them, who they feel are distant at the moment.
Overall, the song is a heart-wrenching exploration of loss, detachment, and the search for meaning. The artist's raw and vulnerable lyrics are sure to resonate with anyone who has experienced feelings of loneliness, disconnection, and grief.
Line by Line Meaning
Say goodbye and make amends
Bid farewell and reconcile with your loved ones.
To your cat, your family, and your friends
Include everyone in your goodbyes and apologies.
This is all I have to give
Saying goodbye and making amends is all that can be offered.
In fear of knowing where to live
The uncertainty of the future and where to go is causing fear and anxiety.
And God knows why
There's no explanation for the complex emotions being experienced.
I have everything I ever wanted
Despite having everything on the outside, there's still an inner void.
It's a part of me that died
Something inside has been lost or forgotten.
A part of me that loved
A part of the self that used to feel and express love is now diminished or gone.
Fake a smile
Pretend to be happy despite the pain.
It may be a while
It could take some time to heal and move on.
Till your heart stops beating
Until the intensity of emotions subsides.
Try and try to cry
Attempt to release the emotions through tears.
But your tears are dry
Unable to cry despite trying.
Wears a jaded heart
The heart is worn out and disenchanted.
Was your desire to feel a part
The desire was to feel connected and a part of something.
You call your mother on the phone
Reaching out to a loved one for comfort.
You're feeling sad and so alone
Feeling immense sorrow and loneliness.
You hear your cat howling meow
The sound of the pet's cry adds to the emotional strain.
You wonder where your friends are now
Questioning the reliability and support of friends in this difficult time.
To feel a part
The ultimate desire is to feel connected and a sense of belonging.
Contributed by Jayce E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
nylynn john
beautiful <3
Shift
hey , i love your song .
May i please use it in one of my videos ?
hillaryhand
Hey! Of course, as long as its for non commercial use and if you make sure you tell everyone who it is and link to my website. www.hillaryhand.com :-) Thanks!
JWCollection
Nice song
isnowyazn
Came here from Finding Carter.
kookie888
Came here because of Ruby Roo's podcast.