When I'm Gone
Joey Rory Lyrics

A bright sunrise will contradict the heavy fog that weighs you down
Even though you may feel weighed down with sadness and grief, life goes on and there will be happy moments to come

In spite of all the funeral songs
Despite the sadness of this moment, life continues after a loved one has passed away

The birds will make their joyful sounds
There will still be moments of joy in life after a loved one has passed away

You'll wonder why the earth still moves
The loss of a loved one can make it feel like life should stop, but it continues without them

You'll wonder how you'll carry on
It can be difficult to imagine life without a loved one, but somehow, you will find a way to keep going

But you'll be okay on that first day when I'm gone
Despite the pain and sorrow of your loss, you will eventually find a way to be okay

Dusk will come with fireflies and whippoorwill and cricket's call
Nature continues on, even after a loss, and may bring comfort in its beauty

And every star will take its place
The night sky remains unchanged, a reminder that the world goes on despite our grief

In silvery gown and purple shawl
The stars shine brightly in the night sky, beautiful even in the midst of sorrow

You'll lie down in our big bed
The loss of a loved one can make everyday moments feel lonely and empty

Dread the dark and dread the dawn
The thought of facing another day without your loved one can be overwhelming

But you'll be alright on that first night when I'm gone
The first night without a loved one can be difficult, but with time, you will learn to cope

You will reach for me in vain
Even though your loved one is gone, the impulse to reach out to them remains

You'll be whispering my name
Thoughts of your loved one may bring you comfort, even though they are no longer with you

As if sorrow were your friend
Grief may feel like a constant companion, always with you as you navigate life without your loved one

And this world so alien
After the loss of a loved one, the world can feel unfamiliar and strange

But life will call with daffodils
Despite the pain, life goes on, and there are still beautiful moments to experience

And morning glorious blue skies
The beauty of nature can serve as a reminder that life contains both sorrow and joy

You'll think of me some memory
Memories of your loved one may bring pain, but can also be a source of comfort and connection

And softly smile to your surprise
Even though you may be facing immense pain, moments of joy can still find their way into your heart

And even though you love me still
The love you had for your loved one will always be a part of you, even after they are gone

You will know where you belong
As time passes, you will find new ways to connect with life and feel a sense of belonging

Just give it time, we'll both be fine
Healing from a painful loss takes time, but eventually, you can find a way to live with your grief