Can't Say Goodbye
POP! Lyrics


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You and I never learn from our mistakes
Maybe that's why I always say the things another day (another day)
Even now when were staring at the truth
Once I see the hurt in you
I know I'll try again
Why is it I'm so weak?
Or Cannot be so strong
(cos) Everytime I try to say goodbye
Something makes me stay, I don't know why
No I just don't know why
Right before I walk out of the door
Something keeps me coming back for more
And I don't know why
I can't say goodbye
What is love?
Well it's the question that I feel
Is it the reason that I'm here
Or just a mystery?
Talk is cheap and yet it cuts like a knife
Words as cold as ice
They never come to me
Why is it I'm so weak
Or cannot be so strong
(cos) Everytime I try to say goodbye
Something makes me stay, I don't know why
No, I just don't know why
Right before I walk out of the door
Something keeps me coming back for more
And I don't know why
I can't say goodbye
The good news is running out
Cos I just can't say goodbye
Yeah, I know were gonna work it out
Cos I just can't say goodbye
(cos) Everytime i try to say goodbye
Something makes me stay I don't know why
No, I just don't know why
(No I just don't know why)
(cos) Everytime I try to say goodbye
Something makes me stay, I don't know why
And I don't know why
I can't say goodbye
Can't say goodbye, no, I just dont know why




Everytime that I try, I just break down and cry
Tell me why is it just I can't say goodbye?

Overall Meaning

The song "Can't Say Goodbye" by POP! reflects on the struggle of letting go of a relationship that has become toxic. The lyrics reflect the inability of the singer to leave the relationship, even though they acknowledge that it is not healthy for them. The singer realizes that they and their partner never learn from their mistakes, and this realization leads them to delay saying the things they want to say to avoid conflict. However, the singer also recognizes that their weakness in leaving the relationship is not a strength, and they question the motive behind their love for the other person. The moving line "Every time I try to say goodbye, something makes me stay, I don't know why" accurately sums up the singer's internal conflict and the reasons for their indecision in leaving the relationship.


The chorus of the song features a distinctive melody with the repetition of the lines "Every time I try to say goodbye, something makes me stay, I don't know why." The melody emphasizes the emotional turmoil of the singer, making it easy for listeners to empathize with the conflict the singer faces.


Line by Line Meaning

You and I never learn from our mistakes
Neither of us seem to learn from past experiences


Maybe that's why I always say the things another day (another day)
Perhaps this is why I keep putting off difficult conversations until later


Even now when were staring at the truth
Even though we are confronted with the reality of our situation


Once I see the hurt in you
When I realize that my actions have caused you pain


I know I'll try again
I know I will attempt to make things right


Why is it I'm so weak?
Why am I unable to withstand the difficulty of the situation?


Or Cannot be so strong
Or, am I simply not capable of being a strong person?


(cos) Everytime I try to say goodbye
Because every time I make an attempt to end things


Something makes me stay, I don't know why
An unknown force compels me to stay, despite my desire to leave


No I just don't know why
I truly do not have an explanation for this behavior


Right before I walk out of the door
Just as I am about to leave


Something keeps me coming back for more
I find myself returning, despite my earlier attempt to leave


And I don't know why
I remain uncertain about my motivations


I can't say goodbye
I am incapable of bringing this relationship to an end


What is love?
What is the nature of this feeling?


Well it's the question that I feel
I am consumed by this question


Is it the reason that I'm here
Is this feeling the purpose behind my existence?


Or just a mystery?
Or is it simply an enigma that I will never fully understand?


Talk is cheap and yet it cuts like a knife
Words may be simple to utter, but they can wound deeply


Words as cold as ice
Some words can be so harsh that they feel icy to the touch


They never come to me
I cannot seem to find the right words to express myself


The good news is running out
There is not much positive to hold onto


Cos I just can't say goodbye
I am incapable of bringing this relationship to an end


Yeah, I know were gonna work it out
Despite the difficulties of the situation, I hold out hope that we will resolve our issues


Everytime that I try, I just break down and cry
When I try to leave, I find myself overwhelmed with emotions


Tell me why is it just I can't say goodbye?
I am asking for an explanation for my own behavior




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Comments from YouTube:

Rafael Nogueira

It's 2023 and I still love this song.

Willem Hermann

their best one. and the last 30 seconds are actually genius.

AmericanDream1776

Also my fave bit

Onturos / Orlando Serén

Hermosa canción y hermosos cantantes!

NGreedia

Underrated along with Scooch. Both had strong lead vocals

BoutzeroDJ

Esta canción son de las pocas que te gustan a la primera. Excelente tema, ritmo, letra, todo!

Onturos / Orlando Serén

Beautiful pop song!

i love animals

Always loved this song xxx

gavin green

Still love this song so much , just wish i could buy there album

mikey p

But they never made one!

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