Why Goodbye

Steve Wariner

About Why Goodbye

"Why Goodbye" is a song written by Richard Leigh and Mark Wright and recorded by American country music artist Steve Wariner. It was released in April 1984 as the third single from the album Midnight Fire. The song reached #12 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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1998
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I look out my window to wish upon my star
And dig out those old memories that's hidden in my heart
But the stars ain't coming out tonight, dark clouds win again
'Cause there's another lonely night movin' in

Why goodbye, why goodbye
Am I blue, my oh my
You could've said you loved me, you could have even lied
So why goodbye, why goodbye

On the day I met you there was love light in your eyes
Yesterday you walked away and didn't even cry
And as I sit alone tonight and think of all we had
Your leavin' me is leavin' me so sad

Why goodbye, why goodbye
Am I blue, my oh my
You could've said you loved me, you could have even lied
So why goodbye, why goodbye
Why goodbye

You could've said you loved me, you could have even lied
Why goodbye, why goodbye
It's just another lonely night, why goodbye
Why goodbye, why goodbye
It's just another lonely night, why goodbye

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Steve Wariner

Steven Noel "Steve" Wariner (born December 25, 1954) is an American country music singer, songwriter and guitarist. He has released eighteen studio albums, including six on MCA Records, and three each on RCA Records, Arista Records and Capitol Records. He has also charted more than fifty singles on the Billboard country singles charts, including ten Number One hits: "All Roads Lead to You", "Some Fools Never Learn", "You Can Dream of Me", "Life's Highway", "Small Town Girl", "The Weekend", "Lynda", "Where Did I Go Wrong", and "I Got Dreams", and "What If I Said", a duet with Anita Cochran from her album Back to You. Three of his studio albums have been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America for shipping 500,000 copies in the United St… more »

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Written by: RICHARD C LEIGH, MARK WRIGHT

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18 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Why Goodbye" by Steve Wariner is classified as a country-pop song.
Artist Fact
Steve Wariner, the singer of "Why Goodbye," is an American country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist, known for his smooth tenor voice.
Release Classification
The song was released in the year 1991.
Album Classification
"Why Goodbye" is a part of the album "I Am Ready," which was Wariner's twelfth studio album.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 2 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Songwriter Credit
"Why Goodbye" was written by Dave Loggins.
Music Label
The song was released under the label Arista Nashville, a record label specializing in country music.
Music Video
The music video for "Why Goodbye" features Steve Wariner playing the song on his guitar in different settings.
Critical Reception
Music critics have praised "Why Goodbye" for its sincere lyrics and Wariner's heartfelt delivery.
Award Recognition
Although "Why Goodbye" itself did not win any awards, Steve Wariner has been honored with several Grammy awards throughout his career.
Production Team
The album "I Am Ready," which includes "Why Goodbye," was produced by Scott Hendricks and Tim DuBois.
Lyrical Theme
The lyrics of "Why Goodbye" touch upon the theme of heartbreak and saying goodbye to a loved one.
Singles Classification
"Why Goodbye" was one of the four singles released from the album "I Am Ready."
Duration Classification
The song runs for a total duration of 3 minutes and 52 seconds.
Influences
Steve Wariner's music, including "Why Goodbye," is influenced by different styles, ranging from honky-tonk country to pop.
Live Performance
Wariner has performed "Why Goodbye" in a number of live shows and concerts, showcasing his talent as a live performer.
Cover Versions
"Why Goodbye" has been covered by several other country artists over the years, attesting to its popularity within the country music genre.
Song Meaning
The song captures emotions of a person dealing with the end of a relationship, questioning why they have to say goodbye.

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