Remember When

Avril Lavigne · Goodbye Lullaby [2011]

Remember when I cried to you a thousand times

I told you everything, you know my feelings

It never crossed my mind that there would be a time

For us to say goodbye, what a big surprise

PRE-CHORUS

But I'm not lost, I'm not gone

I haven't forgot

CHORUS

These feelings I can't shake no more

These feelings running out the door

I can feel it falling down

And I'm not coming back around

These feelings I can't take no more

This emptiness in the bottom drawer

It's getting harder to pretend

And I'm not coming back around again

Remember when

I remember when it was "together 'til the end"

Now I'm alone again, where do I begin?

I cried a little bit, you died a little bit

Please say there's no regrets

And say you won't forget

PRE-CHORUS

But I'm not lost and I'm not gone

I haven't forgot

CHORUS

These feelings I can't shake no more

These feelings running out the door

I can feel it falling down

And I'm not coming back around

These feelings I can't take no more

This emptiness in the bottom drawer

It's getting harder to pretend

And I'm not coming back around again

Remember when

That was then, now it's the end

I'm not coming back, I can't pretend

Remember when

CHORUS

These feelings I can't shake no more

These feelings running out the door

I can feel it falling down

And I'm not coming back around

These feelings I can't take no more

This emptiness in the bottom drawer

It's getting harder to pretend

And I'm not coming back around again

Remember When

Avril Lavigne's "Remember When" serves as a poignant centerpiece on her 2011 album Goodbye Lullaby, marking a significant evolution in her musical direction. Following the massive commercial success of her earlier pop-punk era, this track embraces a more mature, R&B-inflected pop sound, reflecting her growth as an artist. The song's production features a distinct, atmospheric quality that contrasts with the high-energy anthems of her previous work, such as "Complicated" or "Sk8er Boi," while maintaining her signature melodic sensibility. Released during a period where Lavigne sought to broaden her audience and explore new sonic textures, the recording stands as a testament to her versatility. It captures a reflective mood, utilizing layered vocals and a polished arrangement to deliver a message of nostalgia and self-awareness that resonates with listeners seeking a softer, more introspective side to her catalog.