No Good Way of Saying Good-Bye

Dolly Parton · Something Special

The truth is too painful
This moment too real
Saying good-bye
But loving you still
Too late to start over
We've tried that before
And I just don't have it in me
To try anymore
Chorus:

But I know I'll miss you
And I know I'll cry
I know you loved me
And I know you've tried
It's the hardest thing
I'll ever do in my life
But I know no good way
Of saying good-bye

2nd Chorus:

I know I'll miss you
And I know I'll cry
I know you loved me
And I know I'll ask why
I know I'll have moments
When I'll want to die
But I know no good way
Of saying good-bye

Tag:

And the longest night
I'll ever spend will be tonight
'Cause I know no good way of saying

Dolly Parton - No Good Way of Saying Good-Bye

Recorded on the 1976 album Something Special, "No Good Way of Saying Good-Bye" stands as a poignant addition to Dolly Parton's extensive catalogue of country and pop ballads. The track exemplifies her signature ability to blend traditional storytelling with a polished, melodic approach that resonated across generations. Released during a period where her discography increasingly featured collaborations and thematic explorations of love and loss, the song reflects the emotional depth characteristic of her work from the mid-1970s. As part of her broader body of work, the recording showcases her vocal prowess and songwriting talent, contributing to her enduring legacy in American music history.