How
The Cranberries · Gold [2008]
Verse 1
Look
You're standing alone
Standing alone
How
Ever I should have known
I should have known
Hook
Never before
Never again
You will ignore
I will pretend
Never before
Never again
You will ignore
I will pretend
Chorus
In your world,
You're alone in your place
Your alone in your world
Your alone in your face
How you said you never would leave me alone
How
How you said you never would leave me alone
Verse 2
Now
You're just walking away
Walking away
When
You said you always would stay
Always would stay
Hook
Chorus
Hook (Half)
Chorus
How you said you never would leave me alone
How
How you said you never would leave me alone
Lone
Look
You're standing alone
Standing alone
How
Ever I should have known
I should have known
Hook
Never before
Never again
You will ignore
I will pretend
Never before
Never again
You will ignore
I will pretend
Chorus
In your world,
You're alone in your place
Your alone in your world
Your alone in your face
How you said you never would leave me alone
How
How you said you never would leave me alone
Verse 2
Now
You're just walking away
Walking away
When
You said you always would stay
Always would stay
Hook
Chorus
Hook (Half)
Chorus
How you said you never would leave me alone
How
How you said you never would leave me alone
Lone
How - The Cranberries
Released on the 2008 compilation album Gold, 'How' stands as a defining track in The Cranberries' discography, showcasing the band's signature blend of indie rock and melodic pop. The song features the group's characteristic vocal harmonies and emotive delivery, capturing the emotional intensity that made them a global phenomenon during the 1990s and early 2000s. As part of their extensive catalog, the recording reflects the band's enduring ability to craft anthemic songs that resonate across generations. Its inclusion on Gold highlights its status as a staple in their live performances and recorded output, cementing its place alongside other iconic tracks like 'Linger' and 'Zombie' within their body of work.