The single first made it appearance during the Beatopia Tour when she mentioned the pressure she experienced to release the song. She also went ahead, mentioning that:
"It’s one of my favourite songs I’ve written so far"
Beabadoobee states that this will be her only breakup song of the album as she focuses more on writing love songs. This stems from her relationship with Jacob Erland who inspired ‘Glue Song’.
the way things go
beabadoobee Lyrics
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I guess I'm just the bigger guy
And there's too much on my mind
That I don't even want to try
Guess it's not far from the ordinary
They do say "Love is blind"
But I guess that's the way things go
Let alone count all the freckles on your face
A distant memory I used to know
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Can't remember when you said you called
Miles away, and it was still my fault
The love you said you had, it sometime showed
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
There's so much left to say
I guess I'm just the bigger guy
And there's too much on my mind
That I don't even want to try
Guess it's not far from the ordinary
They do say "Love is blind"
But I guess that's the way things go
Didn't think you'd ever stoop so low
Getting with the only girl you know
A lousy route that only makes me say "That's pretty lame"
And that's the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Passed your house when I was on a train
In my mind, you'll always stay the same
I'm happy now, I ought to let you know
But I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
And I don't mind that that's the way things go
And I don't mind, I don't mind
I don't mind, I don't mind
I don't mind, I don't mind
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's the way things go
The song "the way things go" by beabadoobee speaks about the end of a relationship, where the singer finds it difficult to remember her lover's name or the details of their physical appearance. The memories of this person have become distant for the singer, and life has moved on. Even when passing by their house on a train, the memories do not resurface as easily, and the singer has come to terms with the fact that some things just have to change, and that's the way things go. As the song moves forward, it becomes clear that the relationship ended due to distance, which made it challenging for both parties to connect and maintain the love they once shared.
The singer feels relieved to have moved on from the relationship and is content with the current state of her life, but still has feelings of affection for her past love. She wonders if he feels the same and hopes that he is living a happy life. Despite the sadness and the memories, the singer acknowledges that the end of the relationship was meant to happen, and it is better to live in the present. The song speaks to the bittersweet nature of letting go of the past, accepting the present, and having hope for the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't remember how to say your name
I cannot recall how to verbalize your name
Let alone count all the freckles on your face
Additionally, I cannot even enumerate the quantity of freckles on your visage
A distant memory I used to know
You have become a remote recollection that I used to be acquainted with
I guess that's just the way things go
I surmise that these are simply the usual series of events
Passed your house when I was on a train
While I was travelling on a train, I happened to go by your residence
Last few years it never felt the same
For the previous couple of years, it has never been like it was before
I'm happy now but I think you ought to know
Currently, I am content, however, I think you should be informed
I guess that's just the way things go
I suppose that these are simply the usual series of events
I wondered if you felt the same
I contemplated whether you reciprocated those emotions
I guess at least we tried
At the very least, we attempted
I thought we were gonna last forever
I believed that we were going to endure indefinitely
Had that in mind
I had that notion in my head
I know it's far from the ordinary
I am cognizant that this is far from average
I just like to live a lie
I just prefer to live in falsehood
But I really hope you live a happy life
However, I genuinely aspire that you experience a joyous existence
Can't remember when you said you called
I cannot recollect when you mentioned that you phoned
Miles away and it was still my fault the love you said you
Despite the vast physical distance, it was still my mistake that the love you professed was not shown
Had it never showed I guess that's just the way things go
Since it was never manifested, I assume that this is simply the usual series of events
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Beatrice Ilejay Laus
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@psinusaa3790
To those who are still seeking, still questioning, still not sure about their faith, here's an invitation.
Understand that we, as humans, are limited. We often make mistakes, go astray, and lose our way. It's not about perfection; no one is. As it is stated in Romans 3:23, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God."
Recognize that actions alone won't bring ultimate salvation. It's not about counting good deeds against the bad. Ephesians 2:8-9 teaches, "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast."
Believe in the transformative power of love and forgiveness embodied in Jesus Christ. He laid down His life so we could find ours. The Bible states in John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."
True change and enlightenment come when we turn away from our old life and towards a new one – one guided by compassion, love, and humility. Acts 3:19 says, "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord."
Express your faith, not only in words but also in actions. Embrace love, kindness, and righteousness, just like how Jesus lived His life. As Romans 10:9 suggests, "If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."
Consider baptism, a symbolic gesture of your new journey, your decision to leave the old behind, and embark on a new life in Him. Matthew 28:19 encourages us, "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."
Lastly, remain steadfast. Consistency in following Jesus and His teachings is the key. As Jesus says in John 14:15, "If you love me, keep my commands."
This is not a demand but a warm invitation. An invitation to explore, to understand, and to experience a love that transcends human comprehension. A love that saves, heals, and brings life.1112
@ashklov1377
Lyrics:
Refrain]
And there's so much left to say
I guess I'm just the bigger guy
And there's too much on my mind
That I don't even want to try
Guess it's not far from the ordinary
They do say love is blind
But I guess that's the way things go
[Chorus]
Can't remember how to say your name
Let alone count all the freckles on your face
A distant memory I used to know
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Can't remember when you said you called
Miles away, and it was still my fault
The love you said you had, it sometimes showеd
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just thе way things go
[Refrain]
There's so much left to say
I guess I'm just the bigger guy
And there's too much on my mind
That I don't even want to try
Guess it's not far from the ordinary
They do say love is blind
But I guess that's the way things go
[Verse 1]
Didn't think you'd ever stoop so low
Getting with the only girl you know
A lousy route that only makes me say
"That's pretty lame and that's the way things go"
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
[Verse 2]
Passed your house when I was on a train
In my mind, you'll always stay the same
I'm happy now, I ought to let you know
But I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that’s just the way things go
And, I don't mind that that's the way things go
[Outro]
And I don't mind, I don't mind
I don't mind, I don't mind
I don't mind, I don't mind
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's the way things go
@lihachuuu328
Lyricss:
[Refrain]
And there's so much left to say
I guess I'm just the bigger guy
And there's too much on my mind
That I don't even want to try
Guess it's not far from the ordinary
They do say love is blind
But I guess that's the way things go
[Chorus]
Can't remember how to say your name
Let alone count all the freckles on your face
A distant memory I used to know
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Can't remember when you said you called
Miles away, and it was still my fault
The love you said you had, it sometimes showеd
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just thе way things go
[Refrain]
And there's so much left to say
I guess I'm just the bigger guy
And there's too much on my mind
That I don't even want to try
Guess it's not far from the ordinary
They do say love is blind
But I guess that's the way things go
[Verse 1]
Didn't think you'd ever stoop so low
Getting with the only girl you know
A lousy route that only makes me say
"That's pretty lame and that's the way things go"
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
[Verse 2]
Passed your house when I was on a train
In my mind, you'll always stay the same
I'm happy now, I ought to let you know
But I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
And I don't mind that that's the way things go
[Outro]
And I don't mind, I don't mind
I don't mind, I don't mind
I don't mind, I don't mind
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's the way things go
@psinusaa3790
To those who are still seeking, still questioning, still not sure about their faith, here's an invitation.
Understand that we, as humans, are limited. We often make mistakes, go astray, and lose our way. It's not about perfection; no one is. As it is stated in Romans 3:23, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God."
Recognize that actions alone won't bring ultimate salvation. It's not about counting good deeds against the bad. Ephesians 2:8-9 teaches, "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast."
Believe in the transformative power of love and forgiveness embodied in Jesus Christ. He laid down His life so we could find ours. The Bible states in John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."
True change and enlightenment come when we turn away from our old life and towards a new one – one guided by compassion, love, and humility. Acts 3:19 says, "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord."
Express your faith, not only in words but also in actions. Embrace love, kindness, and righteousness, just like how Jesus lived His life. As Romans 10:9 suggests, "If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."
Consider baptism, a symbolic gesture of your new journey, your decision to leave the old behind, and embark on a new life in Him. Matthew 28:19 encourages us, "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."
Lastly, remain steadfast. Consistency in following Jesus and His teachings is the key. As Jesus says in John 14:15, "If you love me, keep my commands."
This is not a demand but a warm invitation.
@psinusaa3790
To those who are still seeking, still questioning, still not sure about their faith, here's an invitation.
Understand that we, as humans, are limited. We often make mistakes, go astray, and lose our way. It's not about perfection; no one is. As it is stated in Romans 3:23, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God."
Recognize that actions alone won't bring ultimate salvation. It's not about counting good deeds against the bad. Ephesians 2:8-9 teaches, "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast."
Believe in the transformative power of love and forgiveness embodied in Jesus Christ. He laid down His life so we could find ours. The Bible states in John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."
True change and enlightenment come when we turn away from our old life and towards a new one – one guided by compassion, love, and humility. Acts 3:19 says, "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord."
Express your faith, not only in words but also in actions. Embrace love, kindness, and righteousness, just like how Jesus lived His life. As Romans 10:9 suggests, "If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."
Consider baptism, a symbolic gesture of your new journey, your decision to leave the old behind, and embark on a new life in Him. Matthew 28:19 encourages us, "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."
Lastly, remain steadfast. Consistency in following Jesus and His teachings is the key. As Jesus says in John 14:15, "If you love me, keep my commands."
This is not a demand but a warm invitation.
@egg4204
There's so much left to say
I guess I'm just the bigger guy
And there's so much on my mind
That I don't even want to try
Guess it's not far from the ordinary
That do say, "Love is blind"
But I guess that's the way things go
Can't remember how to say your name
Let alone count all the freckles on your face
A distant memory I used to know
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Can't remember when you said you'd call
Miles away, and it was still my fault
The love you said you had, it sometime showed
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
And there's so much left to say
I guess I'm just the bigger guy
And there's so much on my mind
That I don't even want to try
Guess it's not far from the ordinary
That do say, "Love is blind"
But I guess that's the way things go
Passed your house when I was on a train
In my mind, you always stay the same
I'm happy now, I ought to let you know
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
I don't mind that that's the way things go
I don't mind, I don't mind
I don't mind, I don't mind
I don't mind, I don't mind
Oh, I guess that's just the way things go
Oh, I guess that's the way things go
@schmoyoho
the bigger guy always gets the ballet dancers in the break-up. 10000/10, will play on boombox outside someone's house 🫡
@peterlindh1337
WAIT THE REAL SCHMOYOHO LISTENS TO BEABADOOBEE??????
@blorblin
W schmoyoho
@sukeita
who would've thought schmoyoho listens to beabeadoobee!
@astrophel-vl6hn
no wayyyy SCHMOYOHO!??!!! YOU LISTEN TO BEA???!!??!!
@T-P.
Yooooo early youtube days. I haven’t seen u in a while, I an subscribing again
@editsbyluluu
THIS IS AMAZING!! SO PROUD OF YOU!! 🥹🫶🏻🫶🏻
@labzz8768
https://youtu.be/yHvSBcC8Bcw
@psinusaa3790
To those who are still seeking, still questioning, still not sure about their faith, here's an invitation.
Understand that we, as humans, are limited. We often make mistakes, go astray, and lose our way. It's not about perfection; no one is. As it is stated in Romans 3:23, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God."
Recognize that actions alone won't bring ultimate salvation. It's not about counting good deeds against the bad. Ephesians 2:8-9 teaches, "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast."
Believe in the transformative power of love and forgiveness embodied in Jesus Christ. He laid down His life so we could find ours. The Bible states in John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."
True change and enlightenment come when we turn away from our old life and towards a new one – one guided by compassion, love, and humility. Acts 3:19 says, "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord."
Express your faith, not only in words but also in actions. Embrace love, kindness, and righteousness, just like how Jesus lived His life. As Romans 10:9 suggests, "If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."
Consider baptism, a symbolic gesture of your new journey, your decision to leave the old behind, and embark on a new life in Him. Matthew 28:19 encourages us, "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."
Lastly, remain steadfast. Consistency in following Jesus and His teachings is the key. As Jesus says in John 14:15, "If you love me, keep my commands."
This is not a demand but a warm invitation. An invitation to explore, to understand, and to experience a love that transcends human comprehension. A love that saves, heals, and brings life.1112
@christiandinga5467
1.6k likes and no reply is crazy