You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go
Bob Dylan
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I've seen love go by my door It's never been this close before Never been so easy or so slow I've been shooting in the dark too long When somethin's not right it's wrong You're gonna make me lonesome when you go Dragon clouds so high above I've only known careless love It always has hit me from below But this time around it's more correct Right on target, so direct You're gonna make me lonesome when you go Purple clover, Queen Anne lace Crimson hair across your face You could make me cry if you don't know Can't remember what I was thinkin' of You might be spoilin' me too much, love You're gonna make me lonesome when you go Flowers on the hillside, bloomin' crazy Crickets talkin' back and forth in rhyme Blue river runnin' slow and lazy I could stay with you forever And never realize the time Situations have ended sad Relationships have all been bad Mine have been like Verlaine's and Rimbaud But there's no way I can compare All them scenes to this affair You're gonna make me lonesome when you go You're gonna make me wonder what I'm doin' Stayin' far behind without you You're gonna make me wonder what I'm sayin' You're gonna make me give myself a good talkin' to I'll look for you in old Honolul-a San Francisco, Ashtabula You're gonna have to leave me now, I know But I'll see you in the sky above In the tall grass, in the ones I love You're gonna make me lonesome when you go
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Written by: Bob Dylan
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10 facts about this song
Songwriter"You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go" was written by Bob Dylan, an American singer-songwriter known for his wise and poetic lyrics.
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Album NameThe song is from Dylan's 15th studio album "Blood on the Tracks," released in 1975. It's often regarded as one of his best and most introspective albums.
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Track PositionIt is the fifth track on the album and it has been described by critics as a highlight of the record.
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GenreThe song falls under the genre of folk rock, which combines elements of folk music and rock music.
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ThemeThe lyrics of "You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go" depict feelings of impending loss, an apparent reflection on Dylan's personal life since he was going through a marital breakup at the time.
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PerformancesDylan performed this song live for the first time on October 19, 1975 and it has become a staple of his concert repertoire ever since.
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InfluencesThe song hints at Dylan's blues and jazz influences, with references to nature and places Dylan had never visited- showcasing his imaginative and evocative lyricism.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists, including Miley Cyrus, Madeleine Peyroux, and Shawn Colvin, have covered "You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go."
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Emotional ImpactMusic critics often cite the deeply emotional and raw instrumentation and vocals in this song as one of Dylan's finest moments of vulnerability.
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Fan ReceptionThe song has been positively received by fans and critics alike, praising its poignant lyrics and Dylan's heartfelt performance. It remains one of his most beloved songs.
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