Better Than Goodbye
Alexandra Kay Lyrics


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Can I ask you a favor
I know that′s not what you wanna hear
Can we save it for later
Because I know why you called me here

Cause we both know that this road is coming to an end
But for a moment just say something to make me feel whole again
Tell me that I blow your mind
That you fall in love all over when you look into my eyes
That I'm everything you′ve been trying to find
Cause everything is gonna be alright sounds better than goodbye

Go on and let me down easy now
But you know I'll just hang on
Cause everything that you're talking about
It′s nothing that I want

We both know that I won′t leave without a fight
So for a moment wrap me in your arms and tell me one more lie

Tell me that I blow your mind
That you fall in love all over when you look into my eyes
That I'm everything you′ve been trying to find
Cause everything is gonna be alright sounds better than goodbye

You won't finish what you started
Just know this ain′t what I wanted
To try and stop these tears
Tell me what I want to hear

Tell me that I blow your mind
That you fall in love all over when you look into my eyes




That I'm everything you′ve been trying to find
Cause everything is gonna be alright sounds better than goodbye

Overall Meaning

The song "Better Than Goodbye" by Alexandra Kay is a beautiful and emotional song about a person who knows that their relationship is coming to an end, but they still want to hold onto it for just a little while longer. The song starts off with the person asking their partner for a favor, even though they know that it's not what their partner wants to hear. The person wants to save their conversation for later, knowing that they called them there to end things.


However, the person who is singing the song wants to hold onto the happy moments they once shared, so they ask their partner to tell them one last lie. They want their partner to tell them that they blow their mind, that they fall in love all over again when they look into their eyes, and that they are everything their partner has been trying to find. The person knows that everything is going to be alright, but it sounds so much better than saying goodbye.


The chorus of the song is powerful and emotional. It highlights the fact that the person wants to hold onto the happy moments they once shared with their partner; they don't want to let go just yet. The lyrics are beautifully written, and the melody of the song further enhances the emotional impact of the lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

Can I ask you a favor
May I request something from you


I know that's not what you wanna hear
I understand this is an unwelcomed question


Can we save it for later
Can we discuss this at another time


Because I know why you called me here
I am aware of the reason for your summoning


Cause we both know that this road is coming to an end
We are both aware that our relationship is concluding


But for a moment just say something to make me feel whole again
Just for a second, say something to make me feel complete again


Tell me that I blow your mind
Assure me that I am impressive to you


That you fall in love all over when you look into my eyes
Convey to me that you experience love anew through me


That I'm everything you've been trying to find
Inform me that I am everything you search for


Cause everything is gonna be alright sounds better than goodbye
The phrase "everything will be okay" is a more appealing outcome than a complete farewell


Go on and let me down easy now
Please break the news to me gently


But you know I'll just hang on
Nonetheless, I will refuse to let go


Cause everything that you're talking about
That which you are discussing


It's nothing that I want
It is not something I desire


We both know that I won't leave without a fight
We recognize that I will not depart without resistance


So for a moment wrap me in your arms and tell me one more lie
Therefore, embrace me for a second and tell me one more falsehood


You won't finish what you started
You will not complete what you initiated


Just know this ain't what I wanted
Comprehend my discontent with this result


To try and stop these tears
In an attempt to halt these tears from falling


Tell me what I want to hear
Say what I am hoping to hear


Tell me that I blow your mind
Assure me that I am impressive to you


That you fall in love all over when you look into my eyes
Convey to me that you experience love anew through me


That I'm everything you've been trying to find
Inform me that I am everything you search for


Cause everything is gonna be alright sounds better than goodbye
The phrase "everything will be okay" is a more appealing outcome than a complete farewell




Writer(s): Alexandra Elizabeth Krekorian

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Comments from YouTube:

@JoshRoy

This is the kind of voice mainstream country needs again.... I hear a bit of nickel Creek and Allison in her voice... Very mesmerizing! Thanks for sharing the great song! I hope you keep plugging away and do what you love everyday!

@Sarahlovexox

Alison Krause sounding, beautiful

@jamiemcdonald5152

So true

@jamierakes5993

So awesome her voice just pulled me

@johanakeene1464

That's Country ❤️❤️

@Jen6Miller

Famous now!

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@Ashley-ew4tq

I heard one song, and had to hear more. Just listened to every song you have in one sitting!!! You have an amazing voice and are truly gifted!!! Your going all the way girl♥️♥️♥️♥️

@alexandrakaymusic

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

@js4313

Me too I love it

@rebeccasmith8715

That's me about an hr ago. I think she could sing the phone book and make me wanna cry (in a good way). I got an old school phone book and I don't have to be at work for 11 hrs.🤣

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