Goodbye My Lover
James Blunt
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Did I disappoint you or let you down? Should I be feeling guilty or let the judges frown? 'Cause I saw the end before we'd begun, Yes I saw you were blinded and I knew I had won So I took what's mine by eternal right Took your soul out into the night It may be over but it won't stop there I am here for you if you'd only care You touched my heart you touched my soul You changed my life and all my goals And love is blind and that I knew when My heart was blinded by you I've kissed your lips and held your head Shared your dreams and shared your bed I know you well, I know your smell I've been addicted to you Goodbye my lover Goodbye my friend You have been the one You have been the one for me I am a dreamer but when I wake You can't break my spirit - it's my dreams you take And as you move on, remember me Remember us and all we used to be I've seen you cry, I've seen you smile I've watched you sleeping for a while I'd be the father of your child I'd spend a lifetime with you I know your fears and you know mine We've had our doubts but now we're fine And I love you, I swear that's true I cannot live without you Goodbye my lover Goodbye my friend You have been the one You have been the one for me And I still hold your hand in mine In mine when I'm asleep And I will bear my soul in time When I'm kneeling at your feet Goodbye my lover Goodbye my friend You have been the one You have been the one for me I'm so hollow, baby, I'm so hollow I'm so, I'm so, I'm so hollow
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Written by: Sacha Skarbek, James Blunt
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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14 facts about this song
Song Title and Artist"Goodbye My Lover" is a song by British singer-songwriter James Blunt.
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Album & Release YearIt was released in 2005 as the third single from his debut studio album, "Back to Bedlam."
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Popular RankingThe song peaked at number six on the UK Singles Chart.
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International SuccessIt achieved significant worldwide success, charting in the top 10 in Belgium, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland and Australia.
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Music GenreThe song stays true to James Blunt's signature style of melodic pop rock.
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War Experience InspirationJames Blunt's experience as a soldier in the Kosovo War influenced much of his debut album, including "Goodbye My Lover."
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First Draft CompositionThe first draft of "Goodbye My Lover" was composed at James Blunt's landlady's bathroom as it was the only place with a piano, allowing Blunt to write while feeling downtrodden.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of the song encompass profound sorrow and mourning, suggesting a deep-seated affection for a lost lover.
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Demo Recording LocationThe demo for "Goodbye My Lover" was recorded at Carrie Fisher’s house, the same landlady who owned the house with the bathroom piano.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features actress Mischa Barton.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists, including Tyler Joseph of Twenty One Pilots, have performed cover versions of "Goodbye My Lover."
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Record LabelThe song was produced under the record label Custard Records in the US and Atlantic in the UK.
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TV Show FeaturesIt has been featured in shows like "The Office" and “Gavin & Stacey.”
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Tribute to Carrie FisherAfter the death of Carrie Fisher in 2016, Blunt paid tribute by writing a song for her in his fifth album, The Afterlove, since she played a significant role in the creation of "Goodbye My Lover."
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