Hey, That's No Way To Say Goodbye
Leonard Cohen · Complete Studio Albums Collection [2011]
Our kisses deep and warm
Your hair upon the pillow
Like a sleepy golden storm.
Yes, many loved before us
I know that we are not new,
In city and in forest
They smiled like me and you,
But now it's come to distances
And both of us must try,
Your eyes are soft with sorrow,
Hey, that's no way to say goodbye.
I'm not looking for another
As I wander in my time,
Walk me to the corner
Our steps will always rhyme,
You know my love goes with you
As your love stays with me,
It's just the way it changes
Like the shoreline and the sea,
But let's not talk of love or chains
And things we can't untie,
Your eyes are soft with sorrow,
Hey, that's no way to say goodbye.
I love you in the morning
Our kisses deep and warm,
Your hair upon the pillow
Like a sleepy golden storm.
Yes, many loved before us
I know that we are not new,
In city and in forest
They smiled like me and you
But let's not talk of love or chains
And things we can't untie,
Your eyes are soft with sorrow
Hey, that's no way to say goodbye.
Hey, That's No Way To Say Goodbye
Leonard Cohen's 'Hey, That's No Way To Say Goodbye' stands as a poignant exploration of regret and the complexities of parting ways. Recorded for his extensive studio discography, the track exemplifies Cohen's signature style, blending folk and rock elements with a brooding, introspective lyricism that has become a staple of his artistic legacy. The song's melancholic atmosphere and philosophical questioning of human connection resonate deeply within the broader context of his work, particularly in collections that highlight his most significant recordings. It serves as a testament to his ability to transform personal sentiment into universal art, capturing the quiet desperation often found in the moments before a final farewell.