The Beatles
The Beatles - Hello Goodbye Lyrics
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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
You say why and I say I don't know, oh no
You say goodbye and I say hello
(Hello goodbye hello goodbye) Hello hello
(Hello goodbye) I don't know why you say goodbye, I say hello
(Hello goodbye hello goodbye) Hello hello
(Hello goodbye) I don't know why you say goodbye
(Hello goodbye) I say hello/goodbye
Why why why why why why do you say goodbye goodbye, 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 yes) I say no (But I may mean no)
You say stop (I can stay) and I say go go go (Till 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 hello
Hela heba helloa
Hela heba helloa
Hela heba helloa
Hela heba helloa
Hela heba helloa
Hela heba helloa
Hela heba helloa...
The lyrics to The Beatles' "Hello, Goodbye" explore the idea of conflicting views and perspectives in relationships. The song is essentially a playful argument between two lovers who cannot seem to agree on anything - from simple commands like "stop" and "go" to more complex questions like "why." Despite these differences, one partner cannot understand why the other must always say goodbye ("I don't know why you say goodbye") while they themselves insist on saying hello ("I say hello/goodbye").
Ultimately, the song suggests that these differences are inconsequential and that love and connection transcend such trivial disagreements. By concluding with repetitive nonsensical sounds ("Hela heba helloa"), The Beatles seem to be emphasizing that even though the disagreement may never be fully resolved, the relationship and the feelings between the couple remain unaffected.
Line by Line Meaning
You say yes, I say no
You agree, I don't, we don't see eye to eye
You say stop and I say go go go, oh no
You want to slow down, I want to speed up, creating a conflict between us
You say goodbye and I say hello
You're leaving, I'm arriving, we have different perspectives on change
Hello hello
Repeating the word 'hello' to emphasize the difference in our viewpoints
I don't know why you say goodbye, I say hello
I don't understand the reasons behind your actions, but I remain friendly and welcoming
I say high, you say low
I'm excited, you're reserved, highlighting our contrasting personalities
You say why and I say I don't know, oh no
You're asking for reasons, I don't have any, creating a communication breakdown
(Hello goodbye hello goodbye) Hello hello
Going back and forth between our different perspectives, but still acknowledging the differences
(Hello goodbye) I don't know why you say goodbye
I remain confused about why you would want to leave
(Hello goodbye) I say hello/goodbye
I respond to your actions with a mixture of greeting and farewells, depending on the situation
Why why why why why why do you say goodbye goodbye, oh no?
Asking for more information about your departure, trying to understand your logic
You say yes (I say yes) I say no (But I may mean no)
We are not always in agreement, even when we seem to be
You say stop (I can stay) and I say go go go (Till it's time to go), oh
You want me to pause, I insist on continuing, but eventually, I will have to leave
Hela heba helloa
Nonsense syllables that convey the song's catchy, upbeat melody and complement the playful lyrics
Contributed by Jason W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Vincentlpp08
This whole video just radiates “This was Paul’s idea” energy
@dyanapomp
😂😂😂😂😂
@5seb
drugs.
@lepetitchat123
John and George look painful lol
I agree this song can be very annoying with that repetitive hello goodbye refrain
@FKMDC
1967-1969 Paul was in control
(This was a joke)
@maxwelledison9954
@@FKMDC The good and bad years
@JavierBustacara
George: Hey guys, where are your hats?
Everyone else: 😁
@lukaapic3109
You think😂😂😂😂😂
@0805eder
Considering the cover of Sgt Peppers, only Ringo who forgot his hat, the other two didn't have it.
@sakurasayonara6387
To be fair, George Harrison is known for being fashionable Beatle. I think he initiates Apple Fashion Boutique.