The White Horse Inn
Andre Rieu · Other Songs - Andre Rieu
Goodbye (from The White Horse Inn)
Words & Music by Ralph Benatsky
My heart is broken, but what care I? Such pride inside me has spoken,
I shall do my best not to cry, by and by,
When the final farewells must be spoken.
I'll join the legion, that's what I'll do, and in some far distant region,
Where human hearts are staunch and true; I shall start my life anew.
Goodbye, it's time I sought a foreign clime,
Where I may find there are hearts more kind than I leave behind.
And so I go to fight the savage foe,
Although I know that I'll be sometimes missed by the girls I've kissed.
In some Abyssinian, French dominion I shall do my bit,
And fall for the flag if I must.
Where the desert sand is nice and sandy, I 'll be full of grit,
You won't see my heels for the dust.
I'll do or die, you'll know the reason why when told,
Of bold Leopold's last stands for the fatherland.
Goodbye. Goodbye. I wish you all a last "Goodbye".
Goodbye. Goodbye. I wish you all a last "Goodbye".
Words & Music by Ralph Benatsky
My heart is broken, but what care I? Such pride inside me has spoken,
I shall do my best not to cry, by and by,
When the final farewells must be spoken.
I'll join the legion, that's what I'll do, and in some far distant region,
Where human hearts are staunch and true; I shall start my life anew.
Goodbye, it's time I sought a foreign clime,
Where I may find there are hearts more kind than I leave behind.
And so I go to fight the savage foe,
Although I know that I'll be sometimes missed by the girls I've kissed.
In some Abyssinian, French dominion I shall do my bit,
And fall for the flag if I must.
Where the desert sand is nice and sandy, I 'll be full of grit,
You won't see my heels for the dust.
I'll do or die, you'll know the reason why when told,
Of bold Leopold's last stands for the fatherland.
Goodbye. Goodbye. I wish you all a last "Goodbye".
Goodbye. Goodbye. I wish you all a last "Goodbye".
The White Horse Inn
Andre Rieu's 'The White Horse Inn' is a staple of his orchestral pop repertoire, characterized by its infectious melody and upbeat tempo. As a signature track within his extensive discography, the song exemplifies his signature style of blending classical arrangements with modern pop sensibilities. Often performed during his annual concerts and featured in various compilations, the recording serves as a high-energy showcase of his ability to create universally appealing music. The piece has become a recognizable anthem associated with his brand of romantic, dance-oriented orchestral performances, frequently played to energize audiences and celebrate the joy of music.