They Wont Go When I Go
George Michael · Listen Without Prejudice
Wanting tragic ends
Though they do pretend
They won't go when I go
All those bleeding hearts
With sorrows to impart
Were right here from the start
And they won't go when I go
And I'll go where I've longed
To go so long
Away from tears
Gone from painful cries
Away from saddened eyes
Along with him I'll bide
Because they won't go when I go
Big men feeling small
Weak ones standing tall
I will watch them fall
They won't go when I go
And I'll go where I've longed
To go so long
Away from tears
Unclean minds mislead the pure
The innocent will leave for sure
For them there is a resting place
People sinning just for fun
They will never see the sun
For they can never show their faces
There ain't no room for the hopeless sinner
Who will take more than he will give
He ain't hardly gonna give
The greed of man will be
Far away from me
And my soul will be free
They won't go when I go
Since my soul conceived
All that I believe
The kingdom I will see
'Cause they won't go when I go
When I go
Where I'll go
No one can keep me
From my destiny
They Wont Go When I Go
Released on the 1987 album Listen Without Prejudice, this track stands as a poignant reflection on the end of an era for George Michael. While often associated with his earlier work with Wham!, the song carries a mature, introspective tone that defines his solo identity during the mid-80s. The recording features a distinctive blend of soulful vocals and lush orchestration, characteristic of Michael's transition from pop sensation to serious artist. It explores themes of departure and the emotional weight of moving on, resonating deeply with listeners who recognized the personal stakes behind the lyrics. The track remains a staple of his discography, celebrated for its melodic beauty and the raw vulnerability it reveals in his performance.