It Doesn't Matter Anymore
Don McLean · Other Songs - Don McLean
I don't have plans and schemes and I don't have hopes and dreams.
I don't have anything since I don't have you.
I don't have fond desires and I don't have happy hours.
I don't have anything since I don't have you.
I don't have happiness and I guess I never will again.
When you walked out on me in came old misery,
And he's been here since then.
I don't have love to share and I don't have one who cares.
I don't have anything since I don't have you.
You, you
I don't have anything since I don't have you.
I don't have fond desires and I don't have happy hours.
I don't have anything since I don't have you.
I don't have happiness and I guess I never will again.
When you walked out on me in came old misery,
And he's been here since then.
I don't have love to share and I don't have one who cares.
I don't have anything since I don't have you.
You, you
It Doesn't Matter Anymore
Don McLean's 'It Doesn't Matter Anymore' stands as a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the fading significance of past grievances. Recorded in the classic folk-rock style that defined McLean's career, the track captures a weary acceptance of life's inevitable changes. The song's narrative moves beyond simple nostalgia to explore a mature understanding that history and personal conflicts lose their power when viewed through the lens of present reality. As a staple of McLean's discography, the recording exemplifies his ability to weave lyrical storytelling with melodic warmth, creating an enduring anthem for those navigating the complexities of aging and memory.