OT: Songs About Leaving and Saying Goodbye

[64Zcode]

My opinion only, but I think Tom Cochrane (Canadian, w/Red Rider) is a gifted songwriter.
I Wish You Well

"I'm gonna check my scars at home
Gonna cash my chips and roam"

 

[Hoops66]

This is probably the most beautiful song on this subject matter that’s ever been written.

For what it’s worth, Romanza is an excellent album. There isn’t a bad song on it.

I certainly do agree, and then there's this one that is OT but also quite beautiful. The English lyrics are included,

 

[Hoops66]

Sorry, Joni, but I just like Mary's a bit more...

 

[Bigboote]

This song is an overheard conversation between a soon-to-be-asea sailor and his wife.

 

[Bigboote]

I know someone else made this song famous, but can't call up who. I just love Ry Cooder's version though.

 

[Bigboote]

Last one for this evening, a young Janis Ian:

 

[Husky25]

 

[RSHERMVIKES]

Kenny Rogers GOODBYE

 

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Eric Clapton TEARS IN HEAVEN

 

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Toby Keith CRYIN" FOR ME

 

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The Nylons (NaNa Hey Hey) KISS HIM GOODBYE

Goodbye Songs; 46 Best Songs About Saying Farewell - Music Industry How To

Spread the love Saying “goodbye” and leaving isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s freeing, but many times it’s sad and difficult. It can be hard to find the words to express what needs to be said; often it’s not enough to wish a simple farewell. But music is a language that transcends words –...

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Whitney Houston I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU

Goodbye Songs; 46 Best Songs About Saying Farewell - Music Industry How To

Spread the love Saying “goodbye” and leaving isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s freeing, but many times it’s sad and difficult. It can be hard to find the words to express what needs to be said; often it’s not enough to wish a simple farewell. But music is a language that transcends words –...

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Toni Braxton UN-BREAK MY HEART

Goodbye Songs; 46 Best Songs About Saying Farewell - Music Industry How To

Spread the love Saying “goodbye” and leaving isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s freeing, but many times it’s sad and difficult. It can be hard to find the words to express what needs to be said; often it’s not enough to wish a simple farewell. But music is a language that transcends words –...

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Roy Orbison CRYING

Goodbye Songs; 46 Best Songs About Saying Farewell - Music Industry How To

Spread the love Saying “goodbye” and leaving isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s freeing, but many times it’s sad and difficult. It can be hard to find the words to express what needs to be said; often it’s not enough to wish a simple farewell. But music is a language that transcends words –...

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Chicago IF YOU LEAVE ME NOW

Goodbye Songs; 46 Best Songs About Saying Farewell - Music Industry How To

Spread the love Saying “goodbye” and leaving isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s freeing, but many times it’s sad and difficult. It can be hard to find the words to express what needs to be said; often it’s not enough to wish a simple farewell. But music is a language that transcends words –...

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[TerpWomenFan]

Classic Disco song.

 

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[TerpWomenFan]

Classic R&B slow song

 

[TerpWomenFan]

One of the most underrated slow songs ever.

 

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[TerpWomenFan]

To the left. to the left

 

[TerpWomenFan]

Lots of covers on this song including Isaac Hayes.

 

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[TerpWomenFan]

Another great slow song by Teena Marie.

 

[Bigboote]

This lovely one from Kate Price is about a woman who found an injured eagle, kept him for some time and realized she needs to let him go. I love the combination of hammered dulcimer, accordion, and cello in addition to her mellifluous voice.

 

[Bigboote]

This traditional Irish song is literally saying goodbye to a tree. The tree is representative of the destruction of Ireland's forests.

 

[Bigboote]

Last one for today is from Toots and the Maytals.

 

[TerpWomenFan]

 

[TerpWomenFan]

Classic Quiet Storm song