Goodbye Stranger

Supertramp

About Goodbye Stranger

"Goodbye Stranger" is a song by the English rock band Supertramp, which first appeared on their sixth studio album, Breakfast in America (1979). Despite being met with only limited success in the UK, it was a major hit elsewhere, even a Top 20 hit in the United States and Canada, reaching number 15 and 6 respectively.


Year:
1979
5:50
1,694 
#6

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It was an early morning yesterday
I was up before the dawn
And I really have enjoyed my stay
But I must be moving on

Like a king without a castle
Like a queen without a throne
I'm an early morning lover
And I must be moving on

Now I believe in what you say
Is the undisputed truth
But I have to have things my own way
To keep me in my youth

Like a ship without an anchor
Like a slave without a chain
Just the thought of those sweet ladies
Sends a shiver through my veins

And I will go on shining
Shining like brand new
I'll never look behind me
My troubles will be few

Goodbye stranger it's been nice
Hope you find your paradise
Tried to see your point of view
Hope your dreams will all come true

Goodbye Mary, goodbye Jane
Will we ever meet again
Feel no sorrow, feel no shame
Come tomorrow, feel no pain

Sweet devotion (Goodbye, Mary)
It's not for me (Goodbye, Jane)
Just give me motion (Will we ever)
To set me free (Meet again?)
In the land and the ocean (Feel no sorrow)
Far away (Feel no shame)
It's the life I've chosen (Come tomorrow)
Every day (Feel no pain)
So goodbye, Mary (Goodbye, Mary)
Goodbye, Jane (Goodbye, Jane)
Will we ever (Will we ever)
Meet again? (Meet again?)

Now some they do and some they don't
And some you just can't tell
And some they will and some they won't
With some it's just as well

You can laugh at my behaviour
And that'll never bother me
Say the devil is my saviour
But I don't pay no heed

And I will go on shining
Shining like brand new
I'll never look behind me
My troubles will be few

Goodbye, stranger, it's been nice
Hope you find your paradise
Tried to see your point of view
Hope your dreams will all come true

Goodbye, Mary, goodbye, Jane
Will we ever meet again?
Feel no sorrow, feel no shame
Come tomorrow, feel no pain

Sweet devotion (Goodbye, Mary)
It's not for me (Goodbye, Jane)
Just give me motion (Will we ever)
To set me free (Meet again?)
In the land and the ocean (Feel no sorrow)
Far away (Feel no shame)
It's the life I've chosen (Come tomorrow)
Every day (Feel no pain)

So now I'm leaving (Goodbye, Mary)
Got to go (Goodbye, Jane)
Hit the road (Will we ever)
I'll say it once again (Meet again?)
Oh, yes, I'm leaving (Feel so sorrow)
Got to go (Feel no shame)
Got to go (Come tomorrow)
I'm sorry, I must dash (Feel no pain)

So goodbye, Mary (Goodbye, Mary)
Goodbye, Jane (Goodbye, Jane)
Will we ever (Will we ever)
Meet again? (Meet again?)

Oh, I'm leaving
I've got to go

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Supertramp

Supertramp are a British rock band formed in 1969 under the name Daddy before renaming themselves in early 1970. Though their music was initially categorised as progressive rock, they have since incorporated a combination of traditional rock and art rock into their music. The band's work is marked by the inventive songwriting of Rick Davies and Roger Hodgson, the distinctive voice of Hodgson, and the prominent use of Wurlitzer electric piano and saxophone in their songs. more »

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Written by: RICHARD DAVIES, ROGER HODGSON

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12 facts about this song

Artist Profile
"Goodbye Stranger" is a song by the British rock band Supertramp, which was formed in 1969 by Roger Hodgson and Rick Davies.
Release Information
The song was released as part of the band's album "Breakfast in America" in 1979.
Album Success
The "Breakfast in America" album was Supertramp’s highest-selling album, with over 4 million copies sold in the United States alone.
Track Listing
In the UK, "Goodbye Stranger" was the second single to be released from the album - following the title track "Breakfast in America".
Chart Performance
The song reached number 15 on the UK Singles Chart. However, in the USA, it didn't fare as well, only reaching number 63 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics. It is often regarded as one of Supertramp's best songs.
Songwriter
The song was written and sung by Rick Davies, who described "Goodbye Stranger" as a farewell to things he was leaving behind in his life.
Unique Elements
The song features a distinctive vocal distortion effect on the chorus, achieved by recording the vocals onto a tape which was then played back at various speeds. This created a ‘warbling’ effect that added to the song's unique feel.
Widely Used in Media
"Goodbye Stranger" has been used in various media - from TV shows like "The Simpsons" to movies like "Magnolia".
Music Video
As it was the era before the surge of music videos, there is no official promotional video for "Goodbye Stranger". However, the band did perform the song on TV several times which now serve as the music video on various online platforms.
Trivia
The song's popularity has inspired several cover versions by various artists, such as the band Aimee Mann who covered it for the soundtrack of the movie "Magnolia."
Legacy
Over four decades after its release, "Goodbye Stranger" is still one of Supertramp's most loved songs and is a staple at their concerts.

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