Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye

Annie Lennox · The Annie Lennox Collection [2009]

Ev'ry time we say goodbye I die a little

Ev'ry time we say goodbye I wonder why a little

Why the gods above me who must be in the know

think so little of me they allow you to go.



When you're near there's such an air of spring about it

I can hear a lark somewhere begin to sing about it

there's no love finer, but how strange the change from

major to minor...



Ev'ry time we say goodbye

Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye

Annie Lennox delivers a hauntingly beautiful ballad on her 2009 compilation, The Annie Lennox Collection. Recorded during her prolific period as a solo artist, the track showcases her distinctive vocal range and emotive delivery, characteristic of the new wave and pop genres she helped define. The song stands as a testament to her ability to blend rock energy with melodic sensitivity, capturing the universal sentiment of parting ways with grace and poignancy. It remains a staple of her discography, often performed live to resonate deeply with audiences who appreciate her unique artistic voice and enduring influence on contemporary music.