Hello Goodbye
Jump-5 Lyrics


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You say goodbye and I say hello
Hello, hello
I don't know why you say goodbye
I say hello
Hello, hello
I don't know why you say goodbye
I say hello
You say yes,

I say yes

I say no,

You say no

You say stop,
And I say go, go, go
You say goodbye, and I say hello

You say goodbye, and I say hello
Hello, hello, hello, hello, hello, hello
I don't know why you say goodbye
I say hello
Hello, hello, hello, hello, hello, hello
I don't know why you say goodbye
I say hello

(You say yes I say no)

I say high,
You say low,
You say why,
And I say I don't know

Oh no
You say goodbye
Oh you say goodbye

Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah
Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah

Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah
Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah

Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah
Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah

Ooh ooh ooh

Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah

Ooh ooh ooh

Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah
Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah

Ooh ooh ooh

Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah

Ooh ooh ooh

Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah

Ooh ooh ooh





Hey-la

Overall Meaning

The song "Hello Goodbye" by Jump-5 is a catchy pop song that depicts two people who seem to have a hard time communicating with each other. The song is about the confusion that arises when one person says goodbye while the other says hello. The chorus of the song is repetitive and shows the contrasting opinions of the two people when it comes to saying goodbye or hello. The lyrics, "You say goodbye and I say hello, Hello, hello, I don't know why you say goodbye, I say hello," repeat several times throughout the song, emphasizing the conflicting views of the two individuals.


The conversation between the two individuals in the song continues in the verses as one person says "yes," and the other also says "yes," and the same thing happens with "no," and "stop." The chorus repeats, amplifying the confusion that these two individuals have with one another. The bridge of the song features a background vocal chant of "hey-la, hey-la lo-ah" that complements the melody of the song and adds to its overall upbeat tone.


In conclusion, "Hello Goodbye" is a catchy pop song that highlights the conflict that can occur when two people have differing opinions. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the contrasting views of the two individuals who can’t seem to get on the same page with their goodbyes and hellos.


Line by Line Meaning

You say goodbye and I say hello
You are leaving while I am entering this relationship or situation.


Hello, hello
I am greeting you with enthusiasm and eagerness.


I don't know why you say goodbye
I am confused as to why you are deciding to leave this relationship or situation.


I say hello
I am willing to continue with this relationship or situation and start afresh.


You say yes,
You acknowledge that this relationship or situation has some positive aspects.


I say yes
I also agree that this relationship or situation has some positive aspects.


I say no,
I disagree with you on certain aspects of this relationship or situation.


You say no
You disagree with me on certain aspects of this relationship or situation.


You say stop,
You want to put an end to this relationship or situation.


And I say go, go, go
I want to continue with this relationship or situation with more fervor and enthusiasm.


Oh no
I am expressing disappointment at your decision to leave.


You say goodbye
You are firm on your decision to leave this relationship or situation.


Hey-la, hey-la lo-ah
I am saying goodbye to you with a heavy heart and a sense of finality.




Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC, EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SARAH ASSBRING

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