Say Goodbye
The Sun Lyrics


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The past is gone so say goodbye
In these times you need to stick a needle in your eye
To see the truth
Blind men hold the proof
A blind man could tell you the truth
Your past she is gone
Now it's time to say goodbye
When the old man drank his death
He smiled at his very last breath
Oh and you cried and cried
Because you didn't even say good bye
Missed every word that he said
Took you the rest of your life
Just to learn to be dead

Like the truth in the modern age
Like the truth on my favorite pages
This is for the kids who scream out
Don't build over me for yourself
Your past she is gone
Now it's time to say goodbye

Your little girl has gone to hell
Your little boy has gone to hell




And I'm going straight to hell
But I'm going down screaming fuck you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Sun's song Say Goodbye are raw and intense, exploring themes of loss, regret, and the passing of time. The opening lines of the song suggest that the past is something we need to let go of in order to move forward. The use of the metaphor of sticking a needle in one's eye to see the truth is a powerful and visceral image, suggesting that sometimes we need to experience pain in order to see things clearly. The assertion that blind men hold the proof is a thought-provoking one, suggesting that perhaps it is those who are unable to see who have the deepest understanding of truth.


The next stanza of the song is about the death of an old man, and the regret and sadness that comes with not having had the chance to say goodbye. The line "took you the rest of your life just to learn to be dead" is a poignant one, suggesting that the singer has carried the weight of this loss with them for many years, and that it has shaped their understanding of life and death.


The final stanza of the song is a defiant one, expressing anger and frustration with the way the world works. The use of the double negative in the line "don't build over me for yourself" is a clever way of expressing the idea that we should not sacrifice others for our own gain. The repeated phrase "your past she is gone / now it's time to say goodbye" is a reminder that we must let go of what has been in order to make room for what is to come.


Overall, the lyrics of Say Goodbye are powerful and thought-provoking, delving into complex themes of loss, regret, and the search for truth.


Line by Line Meaning

The past is gone so say goodbye
It's time to leave the past behind and move on.


In these times you need to stick a needle in your eye To see the truth Blind men hold the proof A blind man could tell you the truth
The world is full of lies and deceit. Even a blind person can see the truth while everyone else is blind.


Your past she is gone Now it's time to say goodbye
Reiterating the idea that it's time to move on from the past.


When the old man drank his death He smiled at his very last breath Oh and you cried and cried Because you didn't even say good bye
A sad moment of realizing the fragility of life, and the regret of not having the chance to say goodbye to a loved one before their passing.


Missed every word that he said Took you the rest of your life Just to learn to be dead
The realization that sometimes we miss important moments because we're not paying attention, and it takes a lifetime to learn and understand the lesson.


Like the truth in the modern age Like the truth on my favorite pages This is for the kids who scream out Don't build over me for yourself
The truth is hard to find in the modern world. The song is a message to young people not to let others define them, but to stand up for themselves instead.


Your little girl has gone to hell Your little boy has gone to hell And I'm going straight to hell But I'm going down screaming fuck you
A rebellious moment of defiance against those who have wronged you or the world at large. The singer is declaring that they will not go down without a fight.




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@ltanyanicholas8172

I love all of Paul’s music! So beautiful and eye opening.

@imkindofblue9730

The Sun may say Goodbye, but it's always Hello to Paul Hardcastle's music it's so Mellow 😂😅😊

@michaelcarter1494

As summer comes to a close,this song and a sunset are the perfect combination!

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I love this song the sun says goodbye by Paul HardCastle it's sounds so beautiful 🌹🌹❤️

@ligiaalonso1810

Como é bom compartilhar músicas de alta qualidade. Essa é uma das que faço questão de compartilhar com meus amigos . Bjos e sucesso a todos que se preocupam em nos proporcionar belas músicas como essa . ❤

@joejo777

WOW Soooo smooth, it seriously unwinds you after a hectic day,and will be wonderful for a weekend of chilling absolutely bliss. Thank you Soul Sister Nataly God bless you and your family. 🙏🏽💐😇🤗💜💐💛🧡

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Que lindo de nuevo escuchar tu musica

@wilmerbrown5973

I remember my younger brother brought the 12 inch rainforest a 19 on the other side, you know how I've been listening to Paul Hardcastle long up to X !!! Love his sounds

@morningglory6213

I love it 🥰

@oat138

Beautiful!!!!

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