A 2008 release of the Bird EP saw Holly's first national exposure, with the languid piano and soaring cellos of "Winter" and the upbeat smirk of "OK" appearing in hit shows like One Tree Hill, 90210, Drop Dead Diva, Ghost Whisperer, The Ex List, and Privileged. That Summer, "You Are Goodbye" was awarded the coveted iTunes Single of the Week spot-- its heartbreaking lyric and haunting production garnering a slew of new fans. Soon the film world took notice, and Conlan was offered a spot on the soundtrack of Love and Other Impossible Pursuits starring Natalie Portman. Radio play followed in a nod from KCRW (Top Tune - "OK") and her addition to their 2009 pledge-drive giveaway package.
With the support of LA's famed Hotel Cafe, Holly has been lucky to share the stage with a number of notable performers including Sara Bareilles, Colbie Caillat, Katy Perry, and Butch Walker. As part of 2008's Hotel Cafe Tour, she traded sets with the likes of Ingrid Michaelson, Meiko, and Erin McCarley. Plus, her addition of "I'll be Home for Christmas" to their holiday compilation, Winter Songs, rounded out the Sony/Epic release.
2009 saw the independent release of her newest LP, Fascinator. A culmination of more than a year's work, the thirteen song offering retains the piano driven spirit of the Bird EP but delves deeper into instrumentation and arrangement, with lyrics that hypnotize. Produced by Al Sgro (Meiko, Gary Jules) and mixed by Darrel Thorp (Beck, Radiohead), Fascinator's mature realization is proof that Holly Conlan's journey is far from over.
You Are Goodbye
Holly Conlan Lyrics
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I remember when we,
I remember wild and wild and free
I remember 'stay',
I remember 'please don't ever leave',
I remember you made me believe
That tomorrow and today,
The sun would hold our hands,
While you made up plans
I remember time,
I remember days slid into years,
Building lifetimes, thinking you'd be here
But tomorrow and today,
Well they misunderstood
And you went along your way,
I think you're gone for good
You are the sun gone down,
You are the sky
You are the moon rushed round,
You are goodbye
You are good, goodbye
I remember gold,
And I remember 'well maybe you could wait'
I remember arms reached out too late
Because tomorrow and today
Are only here so long
When there's nothing left to say,
I hear that life moves on
You are the sun gone down,
You are the sky
You are the moon rushed round,
You are goodbye
You are good, good
You are goodbye
You are good, goodbye
Holly Conlan's song You Are Goodbye is a melancholic reflection on a past relationship that did not reach a happy ending. The song is built around memories that the singer cannot forget, and the emotions that arise from the knowledge that those moments will never happen again. The lyrics are touching and heartfelt, and Holly's delivery is gentle, yet powerful throughout.
The song starts off with the singer remembering the good times in her relationship, when they were "wild and free" and "tomorrow and today" held endless possibilities. She recalls how he made her believe in a future together, where the sun would hold their hands and everything would be perfect. But then things changed. The night came, and he started making plans without her. As time went by, she held on to the hope that things would work out, but they didn't, and he left her. The second half of the song conveys her sense of loss and sadness, with her remembering the times when she reached out to him and he was already gone. The line "you are goodbye" is particularly poignant, as it encapsulates the finality of their separation.
Overall, You Are Goodbye is a moving and beautiful reflection on love lost. Holly Conlan's voice is perfect for the song's emotional content, and her delivery is both raw and heartfelt.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember here,
I have memories of this place
I remember when we,
I remember the times we shared
I remember wild and wild and free
I remember how we used to be carefree and spontaneous
I remember 'stay',
I remember asking you to stay with me
I remember 'please don't ever leave',
I remember begging you not to leave me
I remember you made me believe
I remember how you gave me hope
That tomorrow and today,
The present and the future
The sun would hold our hands,
We would experience happiness and warmth together
But the night came in to stay
But darkness and sadness took over
While you made up plans
While you were making your own future plans
I remember time,
I have memories of the past
I remember days slid into years,
I remember how time passed by so quickly
Building lifetimes, thinking you'd be here
We were planning a long-term future together
But tomorrow and today,
The present and the future
Well they misunderstood
But things didn't go as planned
And you went along your way,
You decided to go your own way
I think you're gone for good
I think you're gone forever
You are the sun gone down,
You are the happiness that is now gone
You are the sky
You are everywhere, surrounding me
You are the moon rushed round,
You are the chaos of my mind
You are goodbye
You are the end of our relationship
You are good, goodbye
You are a good person, but still leaving me
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MagnificentMegMarie
This song makes me want to cry. My boyfriend and I are in a rough spot in our long distance relationship and this makes me want to work even harder to get us together and solidify us. It's beautiful :)
KrĂłmantĂk
how did it go? I'm in a long distance relationship too
Melissa S
This song breaks my heart and is a reminder of failed relationships that have still left their mark.
itortor
I need to practice being coordinated enough to sing and play piano at the same time; this is such a beautiful song. . .
Madeline Barber
This song could put me to sleep any day. It's like a lullaby, it totally calms me down.
foreverchickadee
Beautiful. Artists that aren't famously know for their music have the best songs.
Gemgirl32
I heard this on a movie and have finally found it!! What an awesome song, sooo gorgeous and lovely! :D
ryuKizoid
I didn't think a song could incite such raw emotion. Unbelievable.
dzeusasfy
I listen to music like this when I'm sad, and when I'm happy. Music makes all emotions a lot stronger.
Jordan Angelo
Today the organization Rachel's Challenge (dedicated to Rachel Scott, the first victim in the Columbine shootings) presented Rachel's inspirational and powerful story to my school. This song touches my heart and made me think of Rachel. The song reflects Rachel Scott as an influential and amazing young women. Rest in Peace, Rachel Scott. I am confident that, wherever Rachel is, she knows just how many millions of lives she has touched, and will touch, with her story. Thank you for creating thi