If You're Gone
Matchbox Twenty
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I think I've already lost you I think you're already gone I think I'm finally scared now You think I'm weak, I think you're wrong I think you're already leaving Feels like your hand is on the door I thought this place was an empire Now I'm relaxed, I can't be sure And I think you're so mean I think we should try I think I could need this in my life and I think I'm scared I think too much I know it's wrong, it's a problem I'm dealing If you're gone, maybe it's time to come home There's an awful lot of breathing room But I can hardly move If you're gone, baby you need to come home, come home There's a little bit of something me In everything in you I bet you're hard to get over I bet the room just won't shine I bet my hands I can stay here And I bet you need more than you mind And I think you're so mean I think we should try I think I could need this in my life I think I'm just scared that I know too much I can't relate and that's a problem I'm feeling If you're gone, maybe it's time to come home There's an awful lot of breathing room But I can hardly move If you're gone, baby you need to come home, come home There's a little bit of something me In everything in you I think you're so mean I think we should try I think I could need this in my life and I think I'm scared Do I talk too much? I know it's wrong, it's a problem I'm dealing If you're gone, maybe it's time to come home There's an awful lot of breathing room But I can hardly move If you're gone Hell baby, you need to come home, come home There's a little bit of something me In everything in you (you) (Something in me) (Everything in you) (Something in me) In you
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Written by: ROB THOMAS, ROBERT THOMAS
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10 facts about this song
Song's Release and Achievement"If You're Gone" was released in the year 2000 as part of Matchbox Twenty's second album, ‘Mad Season’. It became one of the band's most successful songs, reaching number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Rob Thomas, the lead vocalist of Matchbox Twenty. He has claimed it is one of his favorite songs he's written.
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Inspiration Behind the SongApparently, "If You're Gone" was inspired by Rob's wife, Marisol Maldonado. It reflects the fear of losing someone important and not being sure about the future.
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Musical ArrangementUnlike many of the band's previous rock songs, “If You’re Gone” is more of a pop-rock ballad. It includes the use of strings and is musically softer.
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Song's RecognitionThe song was nominated for Best Rock Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group at the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards in 2001.
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Music VideoIn the song's music video, directed by Pedro Romhanyi, the band members are all seen separately, reflecting the song lyrics about being alone and separated.
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Song's Commercial Use"If You're Gone" has been used in several television shows, movies, and commercials due to its deep, relatable lyrics and appealing sound. In 2017, it was featured in an episode of the series "Young Sheldon."
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Long-Lasting PopularitySince its release over two decades ago, "If You're Gone" has maintained its popularity. As of 2021, the song's music video has over 40 million views on YouTube.
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Charity PerformanceIn 2017, Matchbox Twenty performed "If You're Gone" at a concert benefitting victims of Hurricane Harvey.
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Fan ReactionsThe song is notorious for resonating deeply with many fans. It continues to inspire covers, reinterpretations, and fan videos.
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