Gone Away
The Offspring
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Maybe in another life I could find you there Pulled away before your time I can't deal it's so unfair And it feels And it feels like Heaven's so far away And it feels Yeah it feels like The world has grown cold Now that you've gone away Leaving flowers on your grave Show that I still care But black roses and Hail Mary's Can't bring back what's taken from me I reach to the sky And call out your name And if I could trade I would And it feels And it feels like Heaven's so far away And it stings Yeah it stings now The world is so cold Now that you've gone away
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Written by: Bryan Holland
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Gone Away" is a song by the American punk rock band, The Offspring. It's included in their fourth studio album "Ixnay on the Hombre" which was released in 1997.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached No. 1 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart, marking it one of The Offspring's most successful singles. It was also a Top 20 hit on the Modern Rock Tracks chart.
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Award Nomination"Gone Away" was nominated for the Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 40th Grammy Awards.
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Emotional SignificanceLead vocalist, Dexter Holland, wrote the song after his girlfriend died in a car accident. The lyrics are a poignant expression of his grief and heartbreak.
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances, The Offspring often dedicate this song to their loved ones who have passed away.
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ReinterpretationThe band reinterpreted the song for their 2018 album, "Let The Bad Times Roll". This version is softer and more melodic, featuring a piano as the lead instrument.
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Cover Versions"Gone Away" has been covered by several artists, including Five Finger Death Punch. Their heavy metal version reached No. 2 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart in 2018.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Gone Away" is shot in black and white and dramatically portrays the song’s painful theme. The video emphasizes the desolate and somber mood of the song.
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Fan ReactionThe song remains a fan-favorite due to the emotional resonance of its lyrics and subject matter. Despite its heavy themes, it's often considered one of The Offspring's best songs.
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Pop Culture ReferenceThe song has featured in multiple TV shows like "Cold Case" and "Rookie Blue", amplifying the emotional scenes with its melancholic tones.
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