Goodbye My Lover
James Blunt · Other songs - James Blunt
Should I be feeling guilty or let the judges frown?
'Cause I saw the end before we'd begun,
Yes I saw you were blinded and I knew I had won.
So I took what's mine by eternal right.
Took your soul out into the night.
It may be over but it won't stop there,
I am here for you if you'd only care.
You touched my heart you touched my soul.
You changed my life and all my goals.
And love is blind and that I knew when,
My heart was blinded by you.
I've kissed your lips and held your head.
Shared your dreams and shared your bed.
I know you well, I know your smell.
I've been addicted to you.
Goodbye my lover.
Goodbye my friend.
You have been the one.
You have been the one for me.
I am a dreamer but when I wake,
You can't break my spirit - it's my dreams you take.
And as you move on, remember me,
Remember us and all we used to be
I've seen you cry, I've seen you smile.
I've watched you sleeping for a while.
I'd be the father of your child.
I'd spend a lifetime with you.
I know your fears and you know mine.
We've had our doubts but now we're fine,
And I love you, I swear that's true.
I cannot live without you.
Goodbye my lover.
Goodbye my friend.
You have been the one.
You have been the one for me.
And I still hold your hand in mine.
In mine when I'm asleep.
And I will bear my soul in time,
When I'm kneeling at your feet.
Goodbye my lover.
Goodbye my friend.
You have been the one.
You have been the one for me.
I'm so hollow, baby, I'm so hollow.
I'm so, I'm so, I'm so hollow.
About Goodbye My Lover
James Blunt's "Goodbye My Lover" stands as a defining track from his 2003 debut album, *Backstreet Confessions*. Released during the height of the British pop invasion, the song blends acoustic guitar with a soaring vocal performance to create an anthemic ballad that resonated deeply with audiences worldwide. Its success propelled Blunt to international stardom, establishing him as a leading figure in the genre of acoustic pop-rock. The recording captures a raw, emotional energy that became a staple of his early discography, influencing countless subsequent artists who adopted the stripped-back, heartfelt approach. While the song's specific chart metrics vary by region, its cultural footprint remains undeniable, serving as a gateway for many listeners to explore Blunt's broader body of work and the era's distinct musical landscape.