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A "Dear John letter" is a letter written to a husband or boyfriend to inform him their relationship is over, usually because the author has found another man. Dear John Letters are often written out of an inability or unwillingness to inform the man in person.
Dear John
Status Quo Lyrics
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Like I was a child
In their words I could hear them saying
It's just a matter of time
Anyway it's a long long race been run
Anyway it's a sad sad song been sung
Dear John goodbye she said
Dear John I've broken away
Vanity is hard old lady
You can't read her mind
I'm a fool but I don't fool easy
While you're foolin' around
Anyway I can hold my own tonight
I admit I was wrong and you where right
Dear John Goodbye she said
Sometimes it's hard she said
Dear John I've broken away
Dear John goodbye she said
Sometimes it's hard she said
Dear John I've broken away
Dear John goodbye she said
Sometimes it's hard she said
Dear John I've broken away
Everybody was talking to me
Like I was a child
In their words I could hear them saying
It's just a matter of time
Anyway it's a long long race been run
Anyway it's a sad sad song been sung
Dear John goodbye she said
Sometimes it's hard she said
Dear John I've broken away
Dear John goodbye she said
Sometimes it's hard she said
Dear John I've broken away
Dear John goodbye she said
Sometimes..
The lyrics of Status Quo's song "Dear John" reveal a story of heartbreak and moving on. The singer is being spoken to like a child by others, possibly because he has been acting foolishly in love. He acknowledges that the race has been run, and the song has been sung, meaning that the relationship has come to an end. The "Dear John" in the title refers to a letter typically sent to a soldier by his wife or girlfriend ending their romantic relationship.
The second verse introduces another woman, Vanity. She is described as a hard old lady, and the singer admits that he was foolish to be with her while his former partner was fooling around. He concludes that he can hold his own tonight but admits that she was right, and he was wrong. This line suggests that the singer may have been unfaithful or acted foolishly in their previous relationship.
The chorus repeats the titular phrase "Dear John" several times, implying that the singer is saying goodbye to this past relationship, and it's hard to let go. Overall, the song is a straightforward breakup anthem, featuring a repeating hook and straightforward lyrics that are easy to sing along to.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody was talking to me like I was a child
People were speaking to me condescendingly, as if I was incapable of understanding.
In their words I could hear them saying it's just a matter of time
Their words conveyed the message that my situation is inevitable and there is nothing I can do to change it.
Anyway it's a long long race been run
Regardless, my struggle has been going on for a long time and it seems like there's no end in sight.
Anyway it's a sad sad song been sung
Despite any efforts to change things, the outcome is still tragic and painful.
Dear John goodbye she said
She said that she is leaving and that our relationship is ending.
Sometimes it's hard she said
Even though it's difficult for her to let go and move on, she is doing what she feels is best for herself.
Dear John I've broken away
She has broken free from the relationship and is moving on with her life.
Vanity is hard old lady
It's tough dealing with a woman who is stuck on herself and can be difficult to please.
You can't read her mind
It's hard to understand what she wants, as she keeps her thoughts and feelings hidden.
I'm a fool but I don't fool easy
Even though I may make foolish decisions, I am not easily deceived by others.
While you're foolin' around
While you're engaging in meaningless activities, I am focused on trying to make things work between us.
Anyway I can hold my own tonight
Regardless of what happens tonight, I am confident in my ability to take care of myself.
I admit I was wrong and you were right
I am willing to acknowledge my mistakes and understand that she may have been right about some things.
Dear John goodbye she said
She said that she is leaving and that our relationship is ending.
Sometimes it's hard she said
Even though it's difficult for her to let go and move on, she is doing what she feels is best for herself.
Dear John I've broken away
She has broken free from the relationship and is moving on with her life.
Dear John goodbye she said
She said that she is leaving and that our relationship is ending.
Sometimes it's hard she said
Even though it's difficult for her to let go and move on, she is doing what she feels is best for herself.
Dear John I've broken away
She has broken free from the relationship and is moving on with her life.
Dear John goodbye she said
She said that she is leaving and that our relationship is ending.
Sometimes...
The song ends with this last word hanging, leaving the impression that there is still more to be said or done.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN GUSTAFSON, JACKIE MCAULEY
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Shteve67
One of their best songs EVER! ❤️
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real quo!
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2023 STILL AWESOME