Kiss and Say Goodbye
The Manhattans
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This has got to be the saddest day of my life I called you here today for a bit of bad news I won't be able to see you any more Because of my obligations And the ties that you have We've been meeting here every day And since this is our last date together I want to hold you just one more time When you turn and walk away Don't look back I want to remember you just like this Let's just kiss And say goodbye I had to meet you here today There's just so many things to say Please don't stop me 'till I'm through This is something I hate to do We've been meeting here so long I guess what we done was wrong Please, darling, don't you cry Let's just kiss and say goodbye (goodbye) Many months have passed us by (I'm gonna miss you) I'm gonna miss you, I can't lie (I'm gonna miss you) I've got ties and so do you I just think this is the thing to do It's gonna hurt me, I can't lie Maybe you'll meet another guy Understand me won't you try, try, try, try, try, try Let's just kiss and say goodbye (I'm gonna miss you) I'm gonna miss you (I'm gonna miss you) Understand me, won't you try (I'm gonna miss you) It's gonna hurt me, I won't lie (I'm gonna miss you) Take my handkerchief and wipe your eyes (I'm gonna miss you) Baby you'll find, you'll find another guy (I'm gonna miss you) Let's kiss and say goodbye, pretty baby (I'm gonna miss you) Please, don't you cry (I'm gonna miss you) Understand me, won't you try? (I'm gonna miss you) Let's just kiss and say goodbye
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Written by: WINFRED LOVETT
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12 facts about this song
Song Release"Kiss and Say Goodbye" by The Manhattans was released in March 1976.
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Chart PerformanceIt became a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the Billboard R&B charts in the summer of 1976.
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Gold RecordThe song earned a gold record certification, reflecting the sale of one million copies, on June 23, 1976.
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Platinum RecordMore than 4 million copies of the single were sold globally by the end of 1976, certifying it as a platinum record.
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AwardsIt was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1977.
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ProductionThe song was written by Blue Lovett (Winifred Lovett) and produced by Bobby Martin.
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Notable AchievementIt was the second single released from The Manhattans' 1976 album and the group's first No. 1 hit on the Billboard chart.
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Literary AspectThe song is known for its spoken word introduction that leads to the singing portion of the track, this was not the typical structure for music at the time.
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International SuccessIt also charted internationally, reaching No. 4 in the UK Singles Chart and No. 1 in the Netherlands and Belgium.
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Career ImpactThe success of the single elevated The Manhattans to superstar status in the R&B music industry.
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CoversThe song has been covered by several artists over the years, including Freddie McGregor and UB40.
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Usage in TelevisionThe song has been used in several television shows and films, including "The Walking Dead," enhancing its cultural significance.
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