When You're Gone
Cranberries · Stars: The Best of the Cranberries 1992-2002
that is what I do,
Now that I've found you.
And from above,
everything's stinking,
They're not around you.
And in the night,
I could be helpless.
I could be lonely,
sleeping without you.
And in the day,
everything's complex.
There's nothing simple,
when I'm not around you
But,
I miss you when your gone,
That is what I do, ba-baby.
And its going to carry on,
That is what I knew, hey baby.
Hold on to my hands,
I feel like sinking,
Sinking without you.
And to my mind,
everythingÂ’s stinking,
Stinking without you.
And in the night I could be helpless.
I could be lonely,
sleeping without you.
And in the day,
everything's complex.
There's nothing simple,
When I'm not around you.
And I miss you when your gone,
That is what I do, ba-baby.
And its going to carry on,
That is what I knew, hey baby.
When You're Gone
Released on the 1992 compilation Stars: The Best of the Cranberries 1992-2002, "When You're Gone" stands as a defining track in the band's catalog. The song exemplifies the group's signature blend of indie rock and new wave, characterized by Dolores O'Riordan's emotive vocals and the driving rhythm section. As part of their broader body of work from the early 1990s, the recording captures the melancholic yet anthemic quality that made the band globally renowned. Its inclusion on the compilation highlights its status as a staple of their discography, resonating with fans who appreciate the raw emotional depth and melodic structure typical of their era. The track remains a poignant representation of the band's ability to craft songs that balance personal vulnerability with broad appeal.