Sad To Know (You're Leaving)
Gregory Isaacs · Night Nurse [1982]
After you made my day
Hurts to know you're going away
Seems like my life begin to ruin
Now that you're departing pretty soon
But what more can I say, yeah
Sad to know that you're leaving
Even though it's kinda grieving
Sad to know that you're leaving
But I know that you'll return real soon
You can send me a postcard
Mail it home to Do St Yard(?)
You know what loneliness brings
But Jah will guide you out and coming in
What more can I say
Sad to know that you're leaving
Even though it's kinda grieving
Sad to know that you're leaving
But Jah will guide you out and coming in
Oh yeah
Oh yeah,
After you made my day
Hurts to know you're going away
Seems like my life begin to ruin
Now that you're departing pretty soon
But what more can I say, yeah
Sad to know that you're leaving
Even though it's kinda grieving
Sad to know that you're leaving
But I know that you'll return real soon
You can send me a postcard
Mail it home to Do St Yard(?)
You know what loneliness brings
But Jah will guide you out and coming in
What more can I say
Sad to know that you're leaving
Even though it's kinda grieving
Sad to know that you're leaving
But Jah will guide you out and coming in
Oh yeah
About Sad To Know (You're Leaving)
Gregory Isaacs delivers a hauntingly intimate performance on "Sad To Know (You're Leaving)," a track that anchors his 1982 album *Night Nurse*. The recording captures Isaacs' signature blend of soulful vocals and atmospheric production, characteristic of the early 1980s English reggae and dancehall scene. Rather than focusing on the narrative of departure, the song immerses the listener in the emotional weight of realization, utilizing Isaacs' distinctive vocal texture to convey a sense of melancholic acceptance. This piece stands as a testament to his ability to transform personal sentiment into universal musical expression, reflecting the era's evolving sound while maintaining a timeless quality. It remains a defining moment in his discography, showcasing his mastery of mood and melody within the genre.