GO BABY GO
Sophie Lyrics


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I want to leave but I can't trust this world with you
You know I love you and it's splitting me in two
I wish this world was better so you could do what you need to do
I want to leave but I can't trust this messed up world with you
Took it upon myself to not leave you behind
Looking over my shoulder hoping that you'll find
Someone who'll love you and not keep you in their lines
I want you to be happy the day you're no longer mine
I know it's stupid but I wanted you to know
To know I love you and I'm sorry I don't let it show
I would hate for you to miss me when I go
Promise to give me a call if you're feeling low
I know the pain that you will go through, I've been there
And I could hit them when they show you they don't care
But people lie, they cheat, they steal, you'd better be prepared
They'll say they own you when you tell them it's not fair
I know it's stupid but I wanted you to know
To know I love you and I'm sorry I don't let it show




I would hate for you to miss me when I go
Promise to give me a call if you're feeling low

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of SOPHIE's song "GO BABY GO" convey a bittersweet and conflicted sentiment. The singer expresses a deep love for someone and a desire to protect them from the flaws and injustices of the world. They struggle with the idea of leaving this person behind but also not wanting to burden them with the hardships they might face in their absence. Despite feeling split in two, the singer wants their loved one to be happy and find someone who will genuinely love and support them.


The lyrics reflect an internal struggle and a sense of sacrifice. The singer acknowledges their own shortcomings in expressing their love and apologizes for not letting it show. They want their loved one to know the depth of their feelings before they part ways, hoping that they won't be missed but still open to being there for them if they ever need support.


Line by Line Meaning

I want to leave but I can't trust this world with you
I desire to depart from this world, but I cannot bear the thought of leaving you behind due to the lack of trust I have in this corrupt and unreliable world.


You know I love you and it's splitting me in two
You are aware of the intense love I possess for you, and it torments me to the point of feeling internally divided.


I wish this world was better so you could do what you need to do
I yearn for a world that is improved, enabling you to freely pursue and accomplish all that you must.


I want to leave but I can't trust this messed up world with you
I long to depart, but my lack of faith in this disordered and chaotic world prevents me from doing so, as I am concerned for your well-being.


Took it upon myself to not leave you behind
I decided to shoulder the responsibility of ensuring that you are not abandoned or left behind.


Looking over my shoulder hoping that you'll find
Constantly cautious and watchful, I hope that you will discover a person who will truly love and accept you, without imposing restrictions.


Someone who'll love you and not keep you in their lines
A person who will genuinely love you, allowing you to break free from the constraints and limitations they may try to impose upon you.


I want you to be happy the day you're no longer mine
I desire your happiness even when the day comes that we are no longer together as a couple.


I know it's stupid but I wanted you to know
Although I acknowledge its foolishness, I felt a strong desire for you to be aware of my feelings and thoughts.


To know I love you and I'm sorry I don't let it show
To understand that I deeply love you, and I apologize for not expressing it openly and clearly.


I would hate for you to miss me when I go
I would dislike the idea of you feeling a sense of longing or sorrow upon my departure.


Promise to give me a call if you're feeling low
I make a commitment that if you ever feel down or in need of support, you can count on me to be there for you.


I know the pain that you will go through, I've been there
I understand the pain and hardship that awaits you, as I have personally experienced it myself.


And I could hit them when they show you they don't care
I am capable of retaliating against those who demonstrate their indifference towards your well-being.


But people lie, they cheat, they steal, you'd better be prepared
However, it is crucial for you to be prepared, as individuals are inclined to deceive, manipulate, and take advantage of others.


They'll say they own you when you tell them it's not fair
When you express your dissatisfaction with their treatment, they may assert false ownership over you, refusing to acknowledge the injustice.


I know it's stupid but I wanted you to know
Although I am aware of the irrationality, I felt an earnest desire for you to be informed about my emotions and thoughts.


To know I love you and I'm sorry I don't let it show
To comprehend that I adore you deeply and to apologize for my failure to adequately demonstrate my affection.


I would hate for you to miss me when I go
It would pain me if you were to feel a sense of longing or sadness when I eventually depart.


Promise to give me a call if you're feeling low
I pledge to you that if you ever experience feelings of sadness or despair, you can rely on me to be there for you.




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Sophie Jones

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@luzaidagutierrez3044

She gave you everything she had
But she was young and dumb
She'd just turned twenty-one
She didn't care to hang around
So when the shit came down
Why she was nowhere to be found
This life can turn a good girl bad
She was the sweetest thing
That you had ever seen

You're such a delicate boy
In the hysterical realm
Of an emotional landslide
In physical terms

With your cherry lips and golden curls
You could make grown men gasp
When you'd go walking past them
In your hot pants and high heels
They could not believe
That such a body was for real
It seemed like rainbows would appear
Whenever you came near the clouds would disappear
Because you looked just like a girl
Your baby blues would flash
And suddenly a spell was cast

You hold a candle in your heart
You shine the light on hidden parts
You make the whole world want to dance
You bought yourself a second chance

Go Baby Go Go
We're right behind you
Go baby Go Go
Yeah we're looking at you
Go baby Go GO
Aw we're right behind you
Go Baby
Go Baby
Yeah we're looking at you
Go



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@markkelly4754

Thanks for the music. Cherry Lips is a rockin' song too.

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Love this song! We saw you in concert a few years ago at Chateau St Michelle in WA. Loved your show!!! Keep doin your thing!!

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@amargader4747

God. Her voice is amazing
Pure talent...

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@gregackerson5957

This song needs a 10 hour loop.

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