Go Away
The Red-Sided Garter Snakes Lyrics

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I'd follow you (Yes I would)
To the end of the world (Yes I would)
Wherever it maybe
If you give me the chance to
I'd fill you up (Yes I would)
But do what you have to
And know that I'm there for you
CHORUS:

If you go away (you take my heart forever)
If you go away (I'll always be your prisoner)
If you go away (I'll know it wasn't planned)
And so I'll understand you know I'll understand
If you go away
I shed a tear (Yes I do)
As I write these words (Yes I do)
It's not up to me no
My voice cannot be heard
I only live in hope (Yes I do)
If I could just conquer time
You'd definitely be mine
CHORUS
Last night I thought I heard you speak
Turned around you were only in my sleep
Will I ever have you for keeps
If you go away
Ooh oh oh oh oh
CHORUS
If yoy go away I won't beg you
Stay I won't bother you (if you go away) x 3
If you go away I won't beg you
Stay I won't bother you (I will let you go)
If you go away I won't beg you
Stay I won't bother you (I won't beg you no no)
If you go away I won't beg you
Stay I won't bother you (yeah)
If you go away I won't beg you
Stay I won't bother you (I won't beg you)
If you go away I won't beg you

Stay I won't bother you (I will let you go) x 2
If you go away I won't beg you to stay I won't bother you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Red-Sided Garter Snakes's song Go Away express the feeling of unconditional love and support towards someone who may not feel the same way. The singer is willing to follow the person they love to the end of the world, wherever that may be. They promise to be there for them no matter what, even if they have to do what they have to do, implying that the person might have to leave them or distance themselves from the singer. However, the singer still shed tears as they write the lyrics, indicating a feeling of sadness and longing. The chorus repeats the phrase "If you go away" several times, expressing the fear of losing the person and the desire to understand their reasons for leaving. At the end of the song, the singer accepts the situation, willing to let the person go without begging for them to stay.

The lyrics of Go Away are relatable to anyone who has experienced the pain of unrequited love or a failed relationship. The song is a powerful expression of unconditional love, and the singer's willingness to let go demonstrates maturity and selflessness. The acoustic melody adds to the emotional tone of the lyrics, making it a poignant and heartfelt ballad.

Line by Line Meaning

I'd follow you (Yes I would)
I would always be by your side

To the end of the world (Yes I would)
I would never leave you, no matter what

Wherever it maybe
I am willing to go anywhere with you

If you give me the chance to
I hope you would allow me to be with you

I'd fill you up (Yes I would)
I would provide you with everything you need

But do what you have to
I understand if you need to go your own way

And know that I'm there for you
I will always be there for you, even if you leave

If you go away (you take my heart forever)
If you leave, you take a part of me with you

If you go away (I'll always be your prisoner)
Even if you leave, you still have power over me

If you go away (I'll know it wasn't planned)
I will understand if you had to leave unexpectedly

And so I'll understand you know I'll understand
I will try my best to understand and accept your decision

I shed a tear (Yes I do)
Your absence makes me sad

As I write these words (Yes I do)
I express my emotions through writing

It's not up to me no
I cannot control the situation

My voice cannot be heard
I feel like my feelings are not being heard

I only live in hope (Yes I do)
I hope that we can be together someday

If I could just conquer time
I wish I could change the past or control the future

You'd definitely be mine
I am certain that we belong together

Last night I thought I heard you speak
I dreamt about you and thought it was real

Turned around you were only in my sleep
I realized it was just a dream

Will I ever have you for keeps
I wonder if we will ever be together permanently

If yoy go away I won't beg you
I won't plead with you to stay

Stay I won't bother you (if you go away) x 3
I won't try to keep you if you need to go