Everytime We Say Goodbye
Brian McKnight · Anytime
Could it be that I can't stand to be alone
This long distance has us livin' on the phone
Ever since you've been away
I just can't get thru a day
Girl I just can't wait to have you here at home (oh baby)
[Chorus:]
Everytime, we say goodbye boo, oh baby
I, don't want you to go (oh yeah)
Everytime, we say goodbye boo
I, don't want you to go
Sometimes I only get to see you for a day
If thats all I can get then thats what I'll take
Soon I know the day will come
That you and I will be as one
But right now the thing gets so hard to say
[Chorus:]
Everytime, we say goodbye boo (everytime baby)
I, don't want you to go (don't want you to go)
Everytime, we say goodbye boo, (we say goodbye baby)
I, don't want you to go (ooh ooh)
uh huh, uh huh, uh huh........
[Chorus:]
Everytime, we say goodbye boo (we say goodbye)
I, don't want you to go (don't want you to go)
Everytime, we say goodbye boo
I, don't want you to go (don't want you to go)
Hey, hey [simultaneously with chorus]
Shall we make love just one more time
You'll see forever
This is the last and final time
Good bye
Don't want you to go
[Chorus:]
Everytime, we say goodbye boo
I, don't want you to go
Everytime, we say goodbye boo
I, don't want you to go
[Repeat and fade]
About Everytime We Say Goodbye
Brian McKnight's "Everytime We Say Goodbye" stands as a quintessential example of his signature R&B balladry, blending soulful vocals with lush orchestration. Released on the album *Anytime*, the track exemplifies his ability to craft emotionally resonant recordings that prioritize vocal texture and melodic sensitivity over complex production. As a defining voice of the late 1990s and early 2000s, McKnight's approach here reflects a period where his discography was characterized by intimate, piano-driven arrangements that highlighted his smooth delivery. The song serves as a testament to his career's focus on romantic themes and his consistent ability to deliver polished, commercially viable works that appealed to a broad audience while maintaining artistic integrity. It remains a staple in his catalog, showcasing the enduring appeal of his mid-tempo soul style.