Goodbye
Night Ranger
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As the sun hides his head For another night's rest And the wind sings His same old song And you on the edge Never close, never far Always there when I needed a friend Yet it's hard living life On this memory-go-round Always up, always down Spinning 'round and 'round and 'round And all this could be Just a dream so it seems I was never much good at goodbye There once was a time Never far from my mind On the beach, on the 4th of July I remember the sand How you held out your hand And we touched for what seemed a lifetime Now it's hard Leaving all this behind me now Like a schoolboy so lost Never found until now And all this could be Just a dream so it seems I was never much good at goodbye Yet it's hard Living life on this memory-go-round Always up, always down Turning 'round and 'round and 'round And all this could be Just a dream so it seems I was never much good at goodbye And all this could be Just a dream so it seems I was never much good at goodbye Goodbye
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Written by: JACK MARTIN BLADES, JEFF WATSON
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Goodbye" was released in April 1986 as a part of the band's fourth studio album, "Big Life".
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at number 17 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of their top-charting hits.
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Song ThemeThe song's lyrics revolve around the theme of saying goodbye after a romantic relationship.
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CreditsThe song was co-written by all five original members of Night Ranger - Jack Blades, Brad Gillis, Jeff Watson, Alan Fitzgerald, and Kelly Keagy.
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Billboard Album Rock Tracks"Goodbye" performed great in other specific Billboard charts too, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Goodbye" was in rotation on MTV shortly after its release in 1986.
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Song StyleLike many Night Ranger songs, "Goodbye" is a combination of hard rock and power ballad, reflecting the band's musical versatility.
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Live Performances"Goodbye" has remained a staple in Night Ranger's live setlist since its release.
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Album SuccessThe song significantly helped propel the success of "Big Life," which is certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.
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ReissueThe song was included in several 'Best of' compilation albums of the band, ensuring its continued popularity among the fans.
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Critical Reception"Goodbye" garnered positive reviews from critics, who praised its emotional resonance and powerful instrumentation.
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Cultural ImpactThe song's prominence in the 1980s has led it to being featured in various media depicting the era, demonstrating its enduring cultural impact.
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