Leaving
Socialburn Lyrics
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They want me over there so I can't stay so I say make the best of the times we have
[chorus]
Hold on to me tonight cause this could be the last time hold
On to me forever my friends think that I should be out hangin around their local bars what's wrong with this town all I really want or need is you there's
24hrs. till I have to leave then I'm off to see what I can see it's my job don't take it personally
[chorus]
[lead break]
Night [x2]
Cause I was wrong and you were right
[chorus x2]
The song "Leaving Song" by Socialburn deals with the struggle of being away from loved ones, and the realization of how much they mean to the singer. The first verse begins with an apology for something the singer said the night before, acknowledging that they were wrong and the other person was right. This suggests that there might have been some argument or tension between the two, which is made all the more painful knowing that the singer will be leaving soon.
The second verse continues this theme, with the singer expressing frustration with their friends who want them to go out to local bars instead of spending time with the person they love. The singer acknowledges the inevitability of having to go away, but also emphasizes the importance of cherishing the time they have together. The chorus reinforces this idea, urging the listener to hold on to the singer because this may be the last time they see each other.
The song is a poignant reflection on the difficulty of leaving and the importance of those we love. It acknowledges the pain of separation, but also celebrates the love and connection that can transcend distance and time.
Line by Line Meaning
Forget the things I said last night cause I was wrong and you were right
I apologize for any hurtful things that I said to you yesterday because my perspective was incorrect and you were actually correct.
I can't believe the things I say to you sometimes there's 24hrs till I go away
I'm surprised by my own behavior and the things I say to you. I'm leaving in just one day, which makes me feel anxious about our relationship.
They want me over there so I can't stay so I say make the best of the times we have
I'm being sent somewhere else and can't stay, so I encourage us to cherish and make the most of the time we have left together.
Hold on to me tonight cause this could be the last time hold on to me forever
Tonight might be our last night together, so hold me close. But even if we are separated, my love for you will never fade.
My friends think that I should be out hangin around their local bars what's wrong with this town all I really want or need is you
My friends want me to go out and socialize, but I don't see the point in doing that. I only need you to feel content.
24hrs. till I have to leave then I'm off to see what I can see it's my job don't take it personally
I'm leaving in 24 hours, and after that, I'll be doing my job. Don't feel like you're being pushed away or that our relationship is being slighted.
Forget the things I said last Night [x2] Cause I was wrong and you were right [chorus x2]
I'm reminding you to forget the hurtful things I said before, and that I was in the wrong while you were in the right. Also, the chorus is repeated twice to emphasize the importance of the message.
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FRET45
Forget the things I said last night cause I was wrong and you were right
I can't believe the things I say to you sometimes
there's 24hrs till I go away
They want me over there so I can't stay
so I say make the best of the times we have
So Hold on to me tonight cause this could be the last time
And hold On to me forever
my friends think that I should be out hangin around
their local bars what's wrong with this town
all I really want or need is you there's 24hrs. till I have to leave
then I'm off to see what I can see
it's my job don't take it personally
Forget the things I said last
Night [x2]
Cause I was wrong and you were right
[chorus x2]
Leslie Davis
I really miss these guys. I'm grateful I was able to travel to see and meet them twice though
Dark Starr
I wish I got to see these guy's live. Must of been one hell of a show!
Johnathan Brown
Trying to help a close friend in her time of need and this song is just what I needed to tell her that she is not as alone as she feels right now. Thank you so much and keep up the amazing work.
motorized lifting
This song makes me realize the mistakes I made during my marriage with my ex wife, I don't recommend anyone get married in their 20's. No matter how grown you think you are. By the time you reach your 30's you'll start to see the bigger picture of life and what's truly important to you.
Gabo :3
Best advice ever
Neihc
I never once met someone who knew about this band. Really sucks that they never really got anywhere or well known when I was growing up. Other greats songs by them. Ashes and, "U".
Amanda Wilson
A good song!
jeeping_foodie
Not sure why this album isn't on Spotify 🤔
Luna
Sadly 😔
FRET45
Forget the things I said last night cause I was wrong and you were right
I can't believe the things I say to you sometimes
there's 24hrs till I go away
They want me over there so I can't stay
so I say make the best of the times we have
So Hold on to me tonight cause this could be the last time
And hold On to me forever
my friends think that I should be out hangin around
their local bars what's wrong with this town
all I really want or need is you there's 24hrs. till I have to leave
then I'm off to see what I can see
it's my job don't take it personally
Forget the things I said last
Night [x2]
Cause I was wrong and you were right
[chorus x2]