So Long
Saliva Lyrics


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Once I was a boy who lost his way
Now I'm just a man who makes mistakes
I'm pushing forward in reverse, it gets better then it gets worse
I'm tied for last place when you taught me to be first

So long, when will I see you again?
It's been so long, I don't know where to begin
How did I get so lost and all alone?
In your eyes I could write a thousand songs
I'm pushing on an uphill climb, I'm spinning forward to rewind
Sometimes I think that I'd be better off with you

Why did you leave? Where did you go?
I just wanted you to know how much I love you

So long, when will I see you again?
It's been so long, I don't know where to begin, where to begin
So long, when will I see you again?
So long, I don't know where to begin

I'm pushing forward in reverse, it gets better then it gets worse
I'm tied for last place, I'm tied for last place
I'm tied for last place

So long, when will I see you again?
It's been so long, I don't know where to begin, where to begin
Where to begin

So long, when will I see you again?
It's been so long, I don't know where to begin, where to begin




So long, when will I see you again?
So long, I don't know where to begin

Overall Meaning

The song "So Long" by Saliva is an emotional piece about the regretful aftermath of a failed relationship. The first verse talks about the artist's journey from being a lost boy to a man who still makes mistakes, but is trying to move forward despite the challenges. The artist feels like he is stuck in a cycle of progress and regression, tied for last place despite being taught by his former partner to strive for greatness. The chorus is a poignant plea for the return of the lost love, with the artist questioning when they will reunite and expressing confusion and longing.


The second verse delves deeper into the artist's sadness and self-doubt, wondering how he became so lost and alone after feeling so connected to his partner. He feels like he is climbing uphill but getting nowhere, constantly spinning forward to reverse, wanting to go back in time to a happier place. The bridge continues this theme of longing, with the artist expressing his love for his former partner and begging for answers about why they left. The final chorus repeats the earlier sentiments, with the artist still yearning for reunion and feeling lost without their former love.


Overall, the lyrics of "So Long" deal with themes of regret, longing, and the human struggle to move on from heartbreak. The song is a heartfelt ballad that anyone who has experienced the loss of an important relationship can relate to.


Line by Line Meaning

Once I was a boy who lost his way
I used to be naive and directionless, but now I have grown up and made mistakes.


Now I'm just a man who makes mistakes
Even though I have grown up, I am still fallible.


I'm pushing forward in reverse, it gets better then it gets worse
I am trying to move forward in my life, but sometimes it feels like I am just going backwards. It's a cycle of ups and downs.


I'm tied for last place when you taught me to be first
You once taught me how to be a winner, but now I feel like I am just barely keeping up with everyone else.


So long, when will I see you again?
I miss you and wonder when we will meet again.


It's been so long, I don't know where to begin
It has been a long time since we last saw each other and I don't even know where to start with catching up.


How did I get so lost and all alone?
I am feeling lost and alone and I don't know how I got here.


In your eyes I could write a thousand songs
You were my muse and inspiration. I see beauty and creativity when I look into your eyes.


I'm pushing on an uphill climb, I'm spinning forward to rewind
It feels like I am struggling to move forward and even when I do, it's like I am just moving backwards.


Sometimes I think that I'd be better off with you
I miss you and sometimes wonder if things would be better if we were still together.


Why did you leave? Where did you go?
I am still trying to understand why you left and where you went.


I just wanted you to know how much I love you
I still love you and want you to know that.


So long, I don't know where to begin
It has been so long that I don't even know where to start with talking to you again.


I'm tied for last place, I'm tied for last place
I still feel like I am barely keeping up with everyone else.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LAVELL CRUMP, LAVELL W. CRUMP, WILLIE POOLE

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