Goodbye
Cold Chisel
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Open up the door Astrid, cause I'm comin' down the stairs And I ain't gonna listen to no more pissin' around I've had seven long years of give a little, take a little Stack a little money away And you better believe I'm gonna take this love to town Turn on the tears Astrid, and don't forget to let the neighbours see What a low down deal you got when you married me You can drown your days in valium and brandy Talkin' to the cat and the dog And you can shove your cheap french vogue society Goodbye, goodbye . . . I won't be comin' back for long Open up the door Astrid, and don't try to stand in my way I'm heading for a long long night to a better day And don't bother offering to drive me to the station You'd only drive me round the bend We're comin' to the end, there's nothin' left to say
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Written by: JASON WALKER, NATHAN CHAPMAN
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14 facts about this song
Band Background"Goodbye" is a song by the Australian rock band, Cold Chisel. They are recognized as one of the most influential rock bands in Australian music history.
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Album IdentificationThe song "Goodbye" is a track from Cold Chisel's third studio album "East," which was released in 1980.
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InspirationsLike many songs from the "East" album, "Goodbye" reflects the band's experiences touring outside Australia, especially in the United States where they didn’t achieve the success they hoped for.
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Lead VocalistThe song features the distinctive vocals of Jimmy Barnes, who is renowned for his powerful, raw singing style.
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Writing"Goodbye" is penned by the band's keyboardist Don Walker, who is considered one of Australia's best songwriters.
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Chart PerformanceDespite the popularity and critical acclaim of the "East" album, "Goodbye" was not released as a single and therefore did not chart.
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Personal InteractionsAccording to Walker, he wrote "Goodbye" in collaboration with Barnes. This has been stated in several interviews.
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LegacyThough not as well-known as some of Cold Chisel’s other hits, “Goodbye” remains a fan favourite and is often cited as a standout on the “East” album.
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Live PerformancesThe song is not frequently performed in live shows but when it is, it delivers a strong emotional punch in line with the lyrical theme of the song.
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Song ThemeThe song bears a melancholic tone and is a sentiment to the sadness, frustrations and disillusionment the band members were feeling at the time.
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RecognitionThe "East" album, where this song is featured, was recognized by The Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) in their top 30 Australian songs of all time, marking the significance of this era for Cold Chisel.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, "Goodbye" has been covered by several artists, reflecting its enduring appeal.
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Tone and Musical StyleMusically, "Goodbye" is often noted for its blend of rock with a touch of blues, a signature style of Cold Chisel.
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InfluenceThe song has played a role in shaping the sound of many Australian rock bands that came later, demonstrating the lasting impact of Cold Chisel’s music.
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