The early beginnings of Maoli, started in Maui with Glenn Awong, a 14 year … Read Full Bio ↴The early beginnings of Maoli, started in Maui with Glenn Awong, a 14 year old with a passion for music. In his sophomore year, the aspiring vocalist and guitarist began writing original music at the encouragement of a high school teacher. It was also during this time that Glenn started recording demos of his songs. By the time he reached his senior year, Glenn was ready to share his music to a greater audience.

In 2005, Glenn and the band he formed won a Battle Of The Bands competition on the island of Maui. With numerous performances already under his belt, Glenn formed Maoli in early 2008 with a new lineup of talented musicians. This Fall marks the release of Maoli's full-length debut album entitled, Groovin, on Pacific Island Records. The album's lead single, No One, is already receiving airplay statewide and is gaining popularity on island music airwaves. Other standout tracks from Maoli include the heartfelt Write Me A Letter, a song about missing a loved one, featuring Malino’s Braddah Vince and the uptempo, Groovin’, featuring the sweet vocal sounds of Piilani Arias.

Don't Miss Me When I'm Gone
Maoli Lyrics

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Why you mistreat me honey
Treat me so cruel
Blame me for a fool my darling
Is this how you do
Well take back your fancy goodies
I don't need them no more
If you think you gon do this to me
Ima walk out that door

Don't miss me when I'm gone
Don't miss me when I'm gone
This feeling is over
Don't miss me when I'm gone

I came home this morning
And she said
Where have you been
I can tell by your lazy eye
You were out at the club all night singing, drinking
Well I hope you had a good time with all of your friends
It's hurting me inside
And I thought you should know how I'm feeling
And she says

Why you mistreat me honey
Treat me so cruel
Blame me for a fool my darling
Is this how you do
Well take back your fancy goodies
I don't need them no more
If you think you gon do this to me
Ima walk out that door
Don't miss me when I'm gone
Don't miss me when I'm gone
This feeling is over
Don't miss me when I'm gone

Well I know I do wrong girl
But I mean you no harm
The way you've been feelin lately I
hope it doesn't tear us apart oh no
Cus the thought of you out of my life is a hard thing to see
So i take this into consideration
What you are sayin to me
So you say

Why you mistreat me honey
Treat me so cruel
Blame me for a fool my darling
Is this how you do
Well take back your fancy goodies
I don't need them no more
If you think you gon do this to me
Ima walk out that door
Don't miss me when I'm gone
Don't miss me when I'm gone
This feeling is over
Don't miss me when I'm gone

This feeling is over

Don't miss me baby
Don't miss me baby

Don't miss me baby
Don't miss me baby

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Maoli's song "Don't Miss Me When I'm Gone" depict a tumultuous relationship between two lovers. The singer opens up about feeling mistreated and hurt by their partner's actions. Throughout the song, the singer confronts their lover, questioning why they are treated so cruelly and forced to take back expensive gifts. In the chorus, the singer reveals that they are leaving the relationship and asks their partner not to miss them.

The song showcases the struggle of feeling both hurt and hopeful in a turbulent relationship. While the singer acknowledges their own mistakes, they also recognize the unhealthy behavior of their partner. The chorus is a powerful statement of self-love and independence in the face of mistreatment.

Overall, "Don't Miss Me When I'm Gone" is a relatable and emotional track for anyone who has felt stuck in an unfulfilling relationship.

Line by Line Meaning

Why you mistreat me honey
Asking why they are treating the singer poorly

Treat me so cruel
Expressing how badly they are being treated

Blame me for a fool my darling
Feeling belittled for being blamed for foolishness

Is this how you do
Questioning if this is a regular occurrence

Well take back your fancy goodies
Refusing material possessions from the other person

I don't need them no more
Rejecting the idea of being bought or swayed with material possessions

If you think you gon do this to me
Issuing a warning to the other person that they will leave if this mistreatment continues

Ima walk out that door
Making it clear that they will leave if the treatment doesn't improve

Don't miss me when I'm gone
Telling the other person not to regret their actions once the artist has left

This feeling is over
Ending the relationship due to the mistreatment and disrespect they have received