Part Company
The Go-Betweens · Other Songs - The Go-Betweens
A fine line of tears, part company
That's her handwriting that's the way she writes
From the first letter I got to this, her Bill of Rights, part company
And what will I miss?
Her cruelty, her unfaithfulness
Her fun, her love, her kiss, part company
That's her handwriting that's the way she writes
Like mud in the September rain it comes, back to me
Part, part, I said part
Part company made her men disappear
Cut my swath and spread my fear
Before we'd met, I hadn't wiped my feet
Seen myself naked or, part company
And I said it before, do I have to say it again
A fine line of tears, part company
That's her handwriting, that's the way she writes
From her first words to this, our last night
Part, part, I said part
Part company made her men disappear
Cut my swath and spread my fear
Part Company - The Go-Betweens
Released in 1984, 'Part Company' stands as a defining track in the Australian indie rock canon, capturing the raw emotional tension of a relationship dissolving. Written and performed by the band's frontman, Mark Hogancamp, the song exemplifies the group's signature blend of melodic pop sensibilities with gritty, confessional lyricism. Its driving rhythm and soaring chorus became a staple of the era's independent music scene, resonating deeply with listeners who identified with themes of heartbreak and the complexities of parting ways. The recording remains a cornerstone of The Go-Betweens' discography, illustrating their ability to translate personal narrative into universal anthems that continue to influence alternative rock today.