Killing my heart

Waterboys · Other Songs - Waterboys

Now he's brought down the rain

And the Indian summer is through

You'll be dancing down the country

In the morning time if I know you

You ain't calling me to join you

And I'm spoken for anyway

But you'll be killing my heart

When you go away

Shall we gather by the river

For to hear the lovely thunder crash ?

Shall we sail now in your speeding bonnie boat

Here and gone like a splash ?

You will see me, small, receding

Mouth hung open words I cannot say

You'll be killing my heart

When you go away

Mike Rogers left his whiskey

And the night is very very very young

I've much to say and more to tell

The words will soon be spilling from my tongue

I'll rave and I will ramble

I'll do everything but make you stay

You'll be killing my heart

When you go away

[Incomprehensible]

Killing My Heart

Released by The Waterboys in 1984, 'Killing My Heart' stands as a defining track from their debut album, A Pagan Place. The song exemplifies the band's early fusion of Celtic folk influences with rock energy, characterized by the distinctive vocal harmonies of Mike Scott and the driving rhythm section. It captures the raw, emotional intensity typical of the mid-1980s British folk-rock revival, blending traditional storytelling with modern instrumentation. As one of the group's most recognizable compositions, it remains a staple of their discography, illustrating their ability to merge regional musical traditions with a broader rock audience. The recording reflects the era's shift toward more organic, guitar-driven sounds while maintaining the melodic sophistication that would define their subsequent work.