Last Goodbye

Jeff Buckley

About Last Goodbye

"Last Goodbye" is a 1994 song by singer-songwriter Jeff Buckley, from his album Grace. It was the second single released from the album, after the title song. It was Buckley's most commercially successful song in the US, earning him a belated alternative hit in early 1995, peaking at #19 on the U. S. Billboard Modern Rock Tracks. In Australia, the single peaked at #88 on the ARIA Singles Chart."Last Goodbye" was originally titled "Unforgiven", and had a more straightforward rock feel and instrumentation; it was first recorded at a demo session in 1990. A live version of the song, still titled "Unforgiven", was recorded in 1993 and released on the posthumous 2003 album Live at Sin-é (Legacy Edition). The song also featured at number 3 on Australia's Triple J's 'Hottest 100 of 20 Years' countdown. 


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This is our last goodbye
I hate to feel the love between us die
But it's over
Just hear this and then I'll go
You gave me more to live for
More than you'll ever know

This is our last embrace
Must I dream and always see your face?
Why can't we overcome this wall?
Baby, maybe its just because you didn't know you at all

Kiss me, please kiss me
But kiss me out of desire, babe, not consolation
Oh, you know it makes me so angry
'Cause I know that in time, I'll only make you cry
This is our last goodbye

Did you say, "No, this can't happen to me"
Did you rush to the phone to call
Was there a voice unkind in the back of your mind
Saying maybe you didn't know him at all
You didn't know him at all, oh oh, ya didn't know
Ooo didn't know

Well, the bells out in the church tower chime
Burning clues into this heart of mine
Thinking so hard on her soft eyes
And the memories, offer signs that it's over
Over

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Jeff Buckley

Jeffrey Scott "Jeff" Buckley (November 17, 1966 – May 29, 1997), raised as Scotty Moorhead, was an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. He was the son of Tim Buckley, also a musician. After a decade as a session guitarist in Los Angeles, Buckley amassed a following in the early 1990s by playing cover songs at venues in Manhattan's East Village, such as Sin-é, gradually focusing more on his own material. After rebuffing much interest from record labels and his father's manager Herb Cohen, he signed with Columbia, recruited a band, and recorded what would be his only studio album, Grace. more »

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Written by: Jeffery Buckley

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Last Goodbye" is a song by American singer-songwriter Jeff Buckley, from his album Grace. The song embodies a mix of alternative rock and pop rock genres.
Chart Performance
Upon release, the song reached number 19 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, making it Buckley's most commercially successful song during his lifetime.
Album Importance
"Last Goodbye" is a standout track from the album "Grace", which is considered a landmark album of the 1990s. Rolling Stone magazine even included "Grace" in its list of the 500 greatest albums of all time, with "Last Goodbye" being an integral part of its acclaim.
Music Video
MTV played a large part in the song’s success. The network placed high rotation on the music video which highlighted Buckley's charisma and good looks.
Release Date
"Last Goodbye" was released as the second single from Grace on January 24, 1995.
Composition
The song is known for its emotional lyrics about a painful breakup. As well as its impactful instrumentation, featuring a mix of soaring vocals, guitar, and strings.
Connections to Other Works
"Last Goodbye" was originally titled "Unforgiven", and an early version of the song appears on Buckley's Live at Sin-é EP.
Live Performances
"Last Goodbye" is one of Buckley's most performed songs. He often played it at his concerts, and numerous live renditions have been released on his posthumous albums.
Legacy
Despite Buckley's premature death, "Last Goodbye" continues to receive recognition and airplay. The song’s live performances have been praised for their raw emotional intensity and are often considered some of the finest moments of Buckley's career.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by various artists over the years, demonstrating its ongoing influence in the music industry. Notable covers include renditions by singer Katie Melua and rock band Anberlin.

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