When I'm Gone
The Click 5 Lyrics
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Better sit down
Bad news
Get the word out
Accidents come with conclusions
I'm numb
On the asphalt
Wasn't your fault
I can't feel
It's just confusion
Keep on, keep on, keep on, when I'm gone
When the lights are out
Don't be sad for long
When I'm gone
And the lights are out
I'll be shining on
I'm just gonna let my life bleed on this letter
Let my song sing on forever
I'll still love you when I'm gone
Tear drops
Paint the faces
Despair
Is contagious
Dressed in black
Clutching a red rose
Hold on, hold on, hold on, my love goes on
When the lights are out
Don't be sad for long
When I'm gone
And the lights are out
I'll be shining on
I'm just gonna let my life bleed on this letter
Let my song sing on forever
I'll still love you when I'm gone
When the lights are out
Don't be sad for long
When I'm gone
And the lights are out
I'll be shining on
I'm just gonna let my life bleed on this letter
Let my song sing on forever
I'll still love you when I'm gone
When the lights are out
Don't be sad for long
When I'm gone
And the lights are out
I'll be shining on
I'm just gonna let my life bleed on this letter
Let me song sing on forever
I'll still love you when I'm gone
The song "When I'm Gone" by The Click 5 appears to be a sad breakup song where the singer is revealing that he is leaving his partner. However, upon closer inspection, the lyrics reveal that the singer has died in an accident and is now writing a letter to his love. The line, "accidents come with conclusions" suggests that the singer has died suddenly and unexpectedly. The woman he has left behind is crying, but he reassures her that it wasn't her fault and that he can't feel anything anymore. The chorus is particularly poignant, as he tells her not to be sad for long and that when the lights are out, he will be shining on, implying that he is now in heaven. He tells her that he is going to let his life bleed on this letter, and that his song will sing on forever, which is his way of saying that even though he is gone, his words and memories will live on through this letter.
The lyrics also suggest that the singer has left behind some final instructions for his loved ones. He tells his love to get the word out about what has happened to him, and he tells her to hold on to the love they shared for each other. He also seems to be reminding her that despair is contagious, and that she needs to stay strong for herself and others. Overall, the song is emotional, powerful, and speaks to the idea of love lasting beyond death.
Line by Line Meaning
Dear love
Addressing someone dear to the singer
Better sit down
Preparing the listener for bad news
Bad news
Something unpleasant to be conveyed
Get the word out
Spreading the news to others
Accidents come with conclusions
The singer was in an accident that had a final outcome
I'm numb
The singer does not feel anything physically or emotionally
On the asphalt
The singer is lying on the road
Don't cry
Telling someone not to be upset
Wasn't your fault
Assuring someone that they are not to blame
I can't feel
The singer is emotionally detached
It's just confusion
Unclear thoughts and emotions
Keep on, keep on, keep on, when I'm gone
Encouraging someone to persevere without the singer
When the lights are out
Describing a moment of darkness or sadness
Don't be sad for long
Staying positive despite the moment of darkness or sadness
I'll be shining on
The singer will continue to be remembered
I'm just gonna let my life bleed on this letter
Leaving a message behind for loved ones
Let my song sing on forever
The singer's music will continue to exist
I'll still love you when I'm gone
Assuring loved ones of continued love even after the singer's passing
Tear drops
Crying
Paint the faces
Leaving a mark on someone's emotions
Despair
Hopelessness and sadness
Is contagious
Negative emotions can be spread
Dressed in black
Wearing formal mourning attire
Clutching a red rose
Holding a symbol of love and loss
Hold on, hold on, hold on, my love goes on
Reassuring loved ones that the singer's love will continue
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ben Romans, Ethan Mentzer, Joey Zehr, Joseph Guese, Kyle Patrick Dickherber
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Rhapseedy
Beautiful music, beautiful lyrics, beautiful talented guys...What more could I ask for? <3
@ziaw123
I used to loved this song a loooooooooooooot because it's just so sad like the lyrics and everything just sad but awesome and it gives me a feeling of "the end is finally here but dont cry for me" and I would just want to cry
Now I listened to this song it gives me the exact same feeling as before, but even sadder.. because the band is gone. I can literally cry just listening to this song. It's so hard to believe it's been 2 years. I miss Kyle and I miss The Click Five.
They will be forever in my heart. And their songs will sing on forever.
@alraheeeb
I just love this song. It rocks.
@trailertrash2147
Undercover banger. It’s a shame I just learned this song existed
@RainbowCatLikesCake
My favorite song by them! <3
@rainyday130
you know i heard this song and remineded me someone i lost..made me cry..this song rocks!!
@jackaboonie
awesome! i heard it some were and i loved it!
@RukiaHayashi
so underrated
@Skarlett87
wow! i actually LIKE the click five now! i didnt like them before because the lead singer had such a squeeky voice, and it was too pop-ish... and i dont like pop... but with this new lead singer, i think it gives the band more of a rocker edge to it. i wouldnt eve call it power-pop, id rather call it rock-pop. so thank you Kyle, for giving this band a new life, and making me one of ur number 1 fans!!!
@JmelBst
Are you still a fan now?