Now I'm Gone

Monica · Miss Thang [1995]

(Male)

Monica baby, I'm sorry

I know I was wrong, but I think we can work it out

Just try to hear me out



(Monica)

Nah, you hear me out



(Verse 1)

I gave you so much love, but you had to play with my affections

My heart was in your hands, but you had to play with all my feelings

You got your mack on, but now I'm gone

Cause I'd rather be all alone

Away from all these silly games



(Chorus)

I gave you no reason why

Just said do your thing on the side

But now I'm gone

Cause it will never be the same



You were busy kicking it with your boys

Instead of taking care of your girl

But now I'm gone

Gone away from you



(Verse 2)

I thought I knew you well

But you ran away, didn't care about me

You told so many lies

Thought you could run away from this thing called reality

But I'm long gone, I got to go on

There's someone waiting for me

To love me honestly



(Chorus)

I gave you no reason why

Just said do your thing on the side

But now I'm gone

Cause it will never be the same, yeah



Your were busy kicking it with your boys

Instead of taking care of your girl

But now I'm gone

I'm gone away from you, oh my boy, hey



I gave you no reason why

Just said do your thing on the side

But now I'm gone

Cause it will never be the same, naw



You were busy kicking it with your boys (You shoulda been taking care of your girl)

Instead of taking care of your girl

But now I'm gone

But now I'm gone, oh now I'm gone, now I'm gon' away from you

(Monica speaking)

You see, the things you did to me back then, I'm long gon' from it now

Baby I gotta go my own way

They say (they say)

That you never (miss a good thing)

Until it's gon' (Until it's gone away)



(Repeat chorus and ad libs until fade)

Now I'm Gone

Released on Monica's 1995 album Miss Thang, "Now I'm Gone" stands as a defining track of her early R&B career. The song exemplifies the smooth, soulful production style that characterized her debut era, blending melodic vocals with a polished sound that appealed to mainstream audiences. As a key component of her discography, the recording showcases her signature vocal delivery and emotional depth, contributing to her status as a prominent voice in late 90s hip-hop and R&B. Its enduring popularity reflects the timeless quality of the composition and its ability to resonate with listeners across generations.