Walking Out the Door
Forte A Cappella Lyrics


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I don′t know where we belong
Or if I could be this kind of strong
I know that you say we were meant to be
But I don't know, I don′t know, I don't know

So I'm going to leave for a while (I′m gonna leave for a while)
Leave my head and let the miles say
Where I should go, where I should go, I′m gonna go

So I need you not to need me, oh, this time around
And I want you not to want me, would we have ever worked out
And I can promise you one thing, that's for sure
No matter how many times you say you love me
I′ll still be walking out the door

So I'll pack my bags and be on my way (pack my bags and be on my way)
So please don′t try and give me a reason to stay
You know I won't, I won′t, oh no

So I need you not to need me, oh, this time around
And I want you not to want me, would we have ever worked out
And I can promise you one thing, that's for sure
No matter how many times you say you love me
I'll still be walking out the door

I know your heart is breaking but my darling you′re not alone
So believe me when I say

I need you not to need me, oh, this time around
And I beg you not to want me, we′ve never worked out
And I can promise you one thing, that's for sure




No matter how many times you say you′re in love with me
I just can't do this anymore

Overall Meaning

In "Walking Out The Door," Forte A Cappella grapples with the uncertain nature of a romantic relationship. The singer expresses doubts about where they belong and whether they have the strength to weather the challenges that lie ahead. They indicate that their partner has maintained that they are meant to be together, but the singer feels unsure about this sentiment. As a result, they make the decision to leave for a while, giving themselves space to figure out their feelings and direction.


The chorus is a decisive statement of the singer's intentions. They state that they need their partner not to need them this time around and do not want their partner to want them. They question whether the relationship would ever have worked out and promise their partner that no matter how many times they say they love them, the singer will still be walking out the door. The singer makes it clear that they do not want their partner to attempt to persuade them to stay, as they have made their decision.


The bridge provides a touch of sadness, with the singer acknowledging that their partner's heart is breaking. However, they maintain that they cannot continue in this relationship and ask their partner to believe them when they say they need to leave.


Overall, "Walking Out The Door" is a powerful exploration of the complexity of romantic relationships and the sometimes-difficult decision to leave when it becomes clear that the relationship cannot continue.


Line by Line Meaning

I don’t know where we belong
I am unsure of the direction our relationship is headed


Or if I could be this kind of strong
I am uncertain of my strength to handle this relationship


I know that you say we were meant to be
You believe that our relationship is meant to be


But I don’t know, I don’t know, I don’t know
However, I am still unsure and filled with doubt


So I’m going to leave for a while, leave my head and let the miles say
I have decided to take a break from this relationship and explore new options elsewhere


Where I should go, where I should go, I’m gonna go
And I will allow my journey to lead me where I should be


So I need you not to need me, oh, this time around
At this point, I need you to be emotionally independent and not rely on me


And I want you not to want me, would we have ever worked out
It is better for both of us if you do not have any romantic longing for me, as it would not have worked out anyway


And I can promise you one thing, that’s for sure
There is one thing that I can promise with certainty


No matter how many times you say you love me
It does not matter how many times you express your love for me


I’ll still be walking out the door
I have made my decision to leave this relationship and I will stick to it


So I’ll pack my bags and be on my way, so please don’t try and give me a reason to stay
I will begin packing up my belongings and do not want you to try and persuade me to stay


You know I won't, I won't, oh no
Please understand that my mind is made up and I will not change my decision


I know your heart is breaking but my darling you’re not alone
I understand that this is difficult for you, but please know that you have support


So believe me when I say
Please trust my words when I tell you


I need you not to need me, oh, this time around
Once again, it is important for us both to be emotionally independent at this time


And I beg you not to want me, we’ve never worked out
I am pleading with you to not hold onto any feelings for me, as our relationship has never truly succeeded


And I can promise you one thing, that's for sure
Once again, there is one thing that I can promise with certainty


No matter how many times you say you’re in love with me
Regardless of how often you may express your feelings of love towards me


I just can’t do this anymore
I am no longer able to continue this relationship




Writer(s): anna rose flood

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@maggie1471

I don't know where we belong
Or if I could be this kind of strong
I know that you say we were meant to be
But I don't know, I don't know, I don't know
So I'm going to leave for a while (I'm gonna leave for a while)
Leave my head and let the miles say
Where I should go, where I should go, I'm gonna go
So I need you not to need me, oh, this time around
And I want you not to want me, would we have ever worked out
And I can promise you one thing, that's for sure
No matter how many times you say you love me
I'll still be walking out the door
So I'll pack my bags and be on my way (pack my bags and be on my way)
So please don't try and give me a reason to stay
You know I won't, I won't, oh no
So I need you not to need me, oh, this time around
And I want you not to want me, would we have ever worked out
And I can promise you one thing, that's for sure
No matter how many times you say you love me
I'll still be walking out the door
I know your heart is breaking but my darling you're not alone
So believe me when I say
I need you not to need me, oh, this time around
And I beg you not to want me, we've never worked out
And I can promise you one thing, that's for sure
No matter how many times you say you're in love with me
I just can't do this anymore



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@iovedogs269

I found this song on Pandora and I'm just in love with it <3

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Originally found this on Pandora years ago and YouTube JUST re-suggested it for me. Amazing song <3

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For about the last 6 months, 1-3 times a week I just rage up the volume in my room and listen to this, obsessed with this song. hauntingly beautiful.

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You all sound great together. Nice song too.

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This is a beautiful song. I love it so much!

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Very nice job girls!!

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