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Hello Goodbye
Studio 99 Lyrics

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You say "yes", I say "no"
You say "stop" and I say "go, go, go"
Oh no
You say "goodbye" and I say "hello, hello, hello"
I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello, hello, hello"
I don't know why you say goodbye, I say hello

I say "high", you say "low"

You say "why?" And I say "I don't know"
Oh no
You say "goodbye" and I say "hello, hello, hello"
I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello, hello, hello"
(Hello, goodbye, hello, goodbye hello, goodbye)
I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello"

(Hello, goodbye, hello, goodbye hello, goodbye hello, goodbye)
Why, why, why, why, why, why, do you
Say "goodbye, goodbye, bye, bye"
Oh no
You say "goodbye" and I say "hello, hello, hello"
I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello, hello, hello"
I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello"

You say "yes", I say "no"
(I say "yes", but I may mean "no")
You say "stop", I say "go, go, go"
(I can stay still it's time to go)
Oh, oh no

You say "goodbye" and I say "hello, hello, hello"
I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello, hello, hello"
I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello, hello, hello"
I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello-wow, oh hello"
Hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa

Hela, heba, helloa (hela) hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa
Hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa

Overall Meaning

The song 'Hello Goodbye' by Studio 99 is a simple yet catchy tune that explores the contrasting nature of two people. The lyrics mainly consist of a playful argument between two individuals using contrasting words, where one person is saying "yes" while the other says "no", one says "stop" while the other says "go." The chorus of the song is built around the phrase "You say 'goodbye,' and I say 'hello,' hello, hello" repeated several times. The verses continue in the same manner, with each party saying something contradictory to the other.

The song seems to imply that even though there may be differences and misunderstandings between people, it's possible to move past them and maintain a healthy relationship. The phrase "I don't know why you say 'goodbye', I say 'hello'" suggests that even in situations where goodbyes are exchanged, one individual chooses to focus on the possibility of looking forward to a future meeting with the other person, hence the use of the word 'hello.'

One interesting aspect of the song is that it was originally sung by The Beatles in 1967, written by Paul McCartney. Yet, it has received countless covers, including this studio 99 version. The song's original recording was part of The Beatles' Magical Mystery Tour album, and it was released as a single. Another fascinating fact is that this song holds a special place in music history as it was the last song that the original members of The Beatles recorded together.

Overall, 'Hello Goodbye' is a cheerful and upbeat song that speaks to the contrasting nature of people and relationships. It encourages acceptance of differences and looking forward to the possibilities of the future rather than dwelling on the past.

Chords:
Verse:
C - G - F
C - G - F
C - G - F
C - G - F

Chorus:
C - Dm - C - Dm
C - Dm - C - Dm
G - A - G - A
G - A - G - A

Bridge:
F - G - Am - G
F - G - Am - G
C - G - F
C - G - F

Line by Line Meaning

You say "yes", I say "no"
You have a different opinion than I do

You say "stop" and I say "go, go, go"
You want to stop, but I want to keep going

Oh no
An expression of surprise and concern

You say "goodbye" and I say "hello, hello, hello"
You are leaving, but I am greeting

I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello, hello, hello"
I don't understand your reason for leaving, but I am happy to say hello

I say "high", you say "low"
We have opposing ideas of how things should be

You say "why?" And I say "I don't know"
You want an explanation, but I don't have one

(Hello, goodbye, hello, goodbye hello, goodbye)
An exclamation of greeting and departure

Why, why, why, why, why, why, do you Say "goodbye, goodbye, bye, bye"
An expression of frustration at the constant departures

You say "yes", I say "no" (I say "yes", but I may mean "no")
I might not mean what I say when I agree with you

You say "stop", I say "go, go, go" (I can stay still it's time to go)
I might not always act in accordance with what I say

Oh, oh no
An expression of surprise and concern

I don't know why you say "goodbye", I say "hello, hello, hello" Hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa Hela, heba, helloa (hela) hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa Hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa hela, heba, helloa
Repeated expression of the confusion between the opposing farewell and greeting

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney

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