Carrie
Europe · Definitive Collection [2010]
When lights go down, I see no reason
For you to cry. We've been through this before
In every time, in every season,
God knows I've tried
So please don't ask for more.
Can't you see it in my eyes
This might be our last goodbye
Carrie, Carrie, things they change my friend
Carrie, Carrie, maybe we'll meet again somewhere again
I read your mind, with no intentions
Of being unkind, I wish I could explain
It all takes time, a whole lot of patience
If it's a crime, how come I feel no pain.
Can't you see it in my eyes
This might be our last goodbye
Carrie, Carrie, things they change my friend
Carrie, Carrie, maybe we'll meet again
Can't you see it in my eyes
This might be our last goodbye
Carrie, Carrie, things they change
Carrie, Carrie, Carrie
Carrie, Carrie, maybe we'll meet again somewhere again
When lights go down
For you to cry. We've been through this before
In every time, in every season,
God knows I've tried
So please don't ask for more.
Can't you see it in my eyes
This might be our last goodbye
Carrie, Carrie, things they change my friend
Carrie, Carrie, maybe we'll meet again somewhere again
I read your mind, with no intentions
Of being unkind, I wish I could explain
It all takes time, a whole lot of patience
If it's a crime, how come I feel no pain.
Can't you see it in my eyes
This might be our last goodbye
Carrie, Carrie, things they change my friend
Carrie, Carrie, maybe we'll meet again
Can't you see it in my eyes
This might be our last goodbye
Carrie, Carrie, things they change
Carrie, Carrie, Carrie
Carrie, Carrie, maybe we'll meet again somewhere again
When lights go down
Carrie - Europe
Carrie stands as a defining anthem of the power ballad genre, released by the Swedish rock band Europe on their 2010 definitive collection. The track exemplifies the group's signature blend of melodic rock and emotional depth, featuring soaring vocals and a driving rhythm that became a staple of their live performances. As a key component of their broader discography, the song captures the late 1980s and early 1990s era where Europe achieved global recognition. Its enduring popularity highlights the band's ability to craft memorable musical narratives that resonate across generations, cementing their legacy in the history of rock music.