In 2005, Jay-Z told Young Chris to start recording his solo album. Since this time, Chris has taken to the Internet to solidify himself as a top solo artist, with his YoungChris.com Social Network, hitting the remix circuit, mixtape classics like "The Network" Mixtape series hosted by DJ Don Cannon and creative international campaigns that has built his global audience. On November 20th, 2010 Young Chris release - The Re-Introduction.
Goodbye
Young Chris Lyrics
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You're on my porch
It's about 11:30
And that only means
One of two things
Either you're a little bit lonely
Or something ain't right
And judging by
You're about to say something crazy
Like goodbye
Stop right there
Don't say a word
Just let me hold you
Girl, we can fix
Whatever it is
So whatever you do
Don't let us die
The love of a lifetime
Is worth at least a million tries
Baby what we got
Is too good for goodbye
This ain't a game
I'm trying to play
Girl, we got something real here
You don't just break up
Whenever it gets tough
So baby, don't you leave here
I want you to say
You're gonna stay
And we're in this thing forever
Come whatever, so
Stop right there
Don't say a word
Just let me hold you
Girl, we can fix
Whatever it is
So whatever you do
Don't let us die
The love of a lifetime
Is worth at least a million tries
And baby what we got
Is too good for goodbye
Yeah, it's too good for goodbye
Stop right there
Don't say a word
Just let me hold you
Girl, we can fix
Whatever it is
So whatever you do
Don't let us die
The love of a lifetime
Is worth at least a million tries
Baby what we got
Is too good for goodbye
Yeah, it's too good for goodbye
The lyrics to Young Chris's song Goodbye tell the story of a relationship that is potentially coming to an end. The singer hears a knock on their door and sees that their partner is on their porch. They deduce that something is not right, and they may be feeling lonely or considering ending the relationship altogether. The singer is determined to salvage the relationship and tells their partner not to say anything, just to let them hold them. They believe that whatever issues they may be having can be fixed, and they do not want to lose the love of a lifetime. The singer insists that the relationship is too good for goodbye and that they will be in it together, "Come whatever."
The song speaks to the idea that relationships take work and that it is essential to communicate and work through problems instead of just giving up. The singer recognizes that the other person has a tear in their eye and they are considering ending things, but they want to work on the relationship instead of simply walking away. The use of the line, "The love of a lifetime/Is worth at least a million tries" reinforces the idea that true love is worth fighting for and that it is not always easy. However, the singer feels that the love they share is worth the effort.
Line by Line Meaning
Knock on my door
Someone is at the door
You're on my porch
The person is outside
It's about 11:30
It's late at night
And that only means
The person has a specific reason for coming over
One of two things
There are only two possibilities
Either you're a little bit lonely
The person is feeling lonely and wants company
Or something ain't right
Something is wrong or troubling them
And judging by
Based on
That tear in your eye
The person is crying
You're about to say something crazy
The person is about to say something unexpected or upsetting
Like goodbye
The person might be thinking about leaving
Stop right there
The singer wants the person to pause and not say anything yet
Don't say a word
The singer wants the person to be quiet for a moment
Just let me hold you
The singer wants to provide comfort and be close to the person
Girl, we can fix
The singer believes that they can solve whatever is wrong
Whatever it is
The singer doesn't know the exact problem, but is willing to work on it
So whatever you do
The singer is urging the person to not give up on them
Don't let us die
The singer doesn't want the relationship to end
The love of a lifetime
The type of love worth pursuing forever
Is worth at least a million tries
Even if things are difficult, it's still worth trying to make it work
Baby what we got
The singer emphasizes the value of their relationship
Is too good for goodbye
The singer believes that the relationship is too important to end
This ain't a game
The singer is serious about their relationship and doesn't want to play games
I'm trying to play
The singer is actively working on the relationship
Girl, we got something real here
The singer believes that their relationship is genuine and meaningful
You don't just break up
The singer believes that breaking up should not be the first option when things get tough
Whenever it gets tough
The singer acknowledges that problems are inevitable in any relationship
So baby, don't you leave here
The singer is pleading with the person to stay
I want you to say
The singer wants the person to express their commitment to the relationship
You're gonna stay
The singer wants the person to confirm that they will not leave
And we're in this thing forever
The singer is expressing a desire for a long-term commitment
Come whatever, so
No matter what happens, the singer wants their commitment to each other to remain
Yeah, it's too good for goodbye
Once again, the singer emphasizes the value of the relationship and how they shouldn't give up on it
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER YOUNG, CHRIS DESTEFANO, ASHLEY GORLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jeanie Roberson
I could listen to him sing 24/7 and never get tired of his songs. I LOVE his voice.
edsontravis93
Chris Young has got to be one of the best country singers to come out in the last 10 years! This song is definently my favorite song off his new album
Daniel Scearce
This needs to be released to the radio, Chris! Seriously, incredible song!
KHammonds
Dang Chris Young hits directly into your heart deep with his Songs ❤️
Sandra Miller
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KHammonds
Chris Young, welcome imposter
KHammonds
Chris Young, no my Father was A Real Man Dang I must have hit a nerve. “CATFISH”
Rhonda Mcdaniel
Omg ijust relly this ilove
Lady Bee
This man has such a terrific voice range. Love to listen to his music.
Larry Bill
Hello Lady how are you doing!!