Hard To Say Goodbye
Mr. Gone and the Invisibles Lyrics

With enough time, rain can shape stone
Just as water can transform stone given enough time, so too can difficult situations change our perspective on love over a longer period of time.

When you mean them, words can break bones
The things we say to each other have power. If we're not careful, we can damage one another with careless words and ill intentions.

Loneliness is better alone
Sometimes we might think it's better to be with someone, anyone, just to avoid loneliness. But in reality, being alone can be better than being with someone who isn't right for us.

Choose a crowd in this cold, empty home
We might try to fill the emptiness inside us by surrounding ourselves with people, but that can lead to more isolation. It's important to choose the right people to bring into our lives, especially when we're feeling lonely.

I don't wanna leave, I don't wanna stay
There's a conflict within the artist between wanting to stay in the relationship and wanting to leave. They're not sure what's best for them or their partner.

I don't wanna keep sayin' the things we don't wanna say
The singer is tired of going through the same old arguments and fights with their partner. They don't want to keep repeating the same mistakes.

Truth or lie, real love knows when to say goodbye
Sometimes the truth hurts, but it's better to be honest than to stay in a relationship that's not working. Real love means knowing when it's time to let go.

I don't wanna give, I don't wanna take
In a healthy relationship, both partners should be willing to give and take. But the artist doesn't want to do either anymore. They're exhausted and don't want to keep putting in effort.

I don't wanna keep holdin' the things we should throw away
The artist is holding onto things that are no longer serving them or the relationship. It's time to let go of the past and move on.

Wastin' time, real love knows when to say goodbye
Staying in a relationship that's not working is a waste of time for everyone involved. Real love means recognizing when it's time to move on and start something new.

Too much light can make colors fade
Just as too much light can wash out the colors around us, so too can too much attention and pressure have a negative effect on a relationship. Sometimes we need to step back and let things be.

Too much darkness feels like a cave
On the other hand, too much darkness can also suffocate us. It's important to strike a balance between too much and too little attention in a relationship.

You can't grow fresh flowers in shade
If we're not getting the right environment and attention in a relationship, we won't be able to grow and flourish as individuals. We need the right conditions to thrive.

We can't go on livin' this way
The singer is expressing their frustration with the current state of their relationship. Something needs to change, or else they can't keep going like this.

Goodbye sounds like sweet raindrops
Saying goodbye can be bittersweet, like the way rain can bring both nourishment and sadness. It's a necessary part of life, but it's not always easy.

On our tongues, but won't come off
Saying goodbye can be difficult, and even when we want to say it, the words can get stuck in our throat. It's a hard thing to do, but sometimes it's necessary for our own growth and health.

When to say
Knowing when to say goodbye is part of having a healthy relationship. It's not always easy to know when to let go, but it's an important skill to have.

And it knows when to say goodbye
Real love, unlike the fleeting kind, knows when it's time to let go of a relationship that's no longer working. It takes courage and strength to say goodbye, but it's often for the best.

(Real love knows when to say goodbye)
This line reinforces the idea that real love isn't just about holding on tight no matter what. It's about recognizing when something isn't working, and being brave enough to say goodbye.