Be Gone Forever
Guy Clark · Cold Dog Soup [1999]
Sometimes a hero
This is a lonely captain's story
Sword and a pistol by his side
[Chorus]
Do Lord oh do remember him
Yes, yes, remember him
There will be a singer
Whenever his time has come to die
Be gone forever
Sometimes an angel
Sometimes unwanted
This is a lonely nurse's story
Watch and a clipboard by her side
[Chorus]
Sometimes a legend
Sometimes a beggar
This is a lonely hobo's story
Cane and a switchblade by his side
[Chorus]
Sometimes we're ugly
Not really worth it
This is a lonely planet's story
We're the third one from the sun
Be Gone Forever
Guy Clark's "Be Gone Forever" stands as a poignant centerpiece on his 1999 album *Cold Dog Soup*, reflecting the deep well of storytelling and melancholy that defines his catalog. Recorded during a period where Clark continued to refine his signature blend of country and folk, the track captures the universal ache of loss and the desire for closure. The song exemplifies Clark's ability to distill complex emotional landscapes into simple, resonant verses, characteristic of his work from the late 1990s through the early 2000s. By weaving together personal narrative with broader human experience, the recording reinforces his reputation as a master of the American songbook, offering listeners a glimpse into the quiet sorrow often found in his discography.