Neither One Of Us
Hall And Oates · Other Songs - Hall And Oates
And it's gotten to the point
Where we just can't fake it, oh
For some forgotten reason
We just won't let it die, let it die
I guess neither one of us
Wants to be the first to say goodbye
Oh, I keep on wondering, wondering
What I'm gonna do without you, oh
Oh, and I guess you must be wondering
Wondering that same thing too
Oh, so we go on, go on together
Smiling on, livin' a lie
Because neither one of us, oh, no
Wants to be the first to say goodbye
Oh, every time I find the nerve
Every time I find the nerve to say, I'm leaving
Old memories, those old memories
Get in my way
Lord knows it's only me, oh, she know it's only me
Oh, that I miss her, oh
Just when it comes to saying goodbye
That's such a simple word that I just can't say
I just can't say
There can be no way
That we could have a happy ending
Oh, no, so we just go on, go on
Hurting and pretending
Convincing ourselves to give it
Just one more try, one more try
Because neither one of us
Wants to be the first to say
Neither one of us
Wanna be the first to say
Neither one of us
Wants to be the first to say
Farewell, my love, goodbye
Neither One Of Us
Hall and Oates' 1980 hit "Neither One Of Us" stands as a defining anthem of the soft rock era, blending smooth melodies with a poignant narrative about a couple facing the end of their relationship. The track showcases the duo's signature blend of polished production and introspective songwriting, capturing the emotional weight of a breakup with characteristic grace. Released during the height of their commercial success, the song exemplifies the band's ability to craft timeless love songs that resonate across generations. Its enduring popularity highlights the couple's mastery in balancing romantic sentiment with sophisticated musical arrangements, cementing their status as one of the most influential acts of the late 20th century.