I've Got to Go Now
Toni Childs
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
This man I married is buried deep And the more I try to wake him, the more he sleeps I used to think I knew this man The tenderness, not the back of his hand It's been two weeks since he last had a drink But the time bomb's ticking, I can never sleep It would be easier if he did Why do you stay here, stay with him Why do you do it Why do you treat us bad When you've got two kids that love you And a wife that's missing you bad I've got to go now I've got to say goodbye Don't try to stop us now And please don't you cry Can't you see, we've all been through it It's all been said before With all these fears For how many years can I keep coming Back for more No more Must be addicted to all this pain 'Cause I keep coming back for the shame Dear God, give me the strength to leave I've got to keep going, keep going this time Don't try to stop us now Don't pull that stuff on me I've got the kids all packed up Harry's in the back with his pick-up truck Jenny's fallen asleep again I've got to keep driving 'til I reach the end I can't come back here anymore And I know it And I know it I can't come back here anymore And I know it And I know it
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
1 fan
Written by: DAVID RICKETTS, TONI CHILDS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
12 facts about this song
Song Release Fact"I've Got to Go Now" is a song written and performed by American-Australian singer-songwriter Toni Childs. It was released as a single in March 1991.
|
Album FactThe song is from Childs's second studio album, "House of Hope." The album was released in 1991 and is considered one of her most successful albums.
|
Chart Ranking Fact"I've Got to Go Now" is one of Childs's biggest hits. It reached number 5 on the Australian ARIA singles chart, making it one of her highest charting songs.
|
Theme FactThe song details the struggle of a woman in an abusive relationship, making a powerful statement about domestic violence.
|
Music Video FactThe song's music video, directed by Mike Lipscombe, won the Best Female Video award at the 1991 Billboard Music Video Awards.
|
Writing FactToni Childs co-wrote "I've Got to Go Now" with her then-partner, musician David Ricketts.
|
Critics’ Review FactCritics have credited "I've Got to Go Now" as one of Childs' most soul-stirring songs, largely due to its emotive content and Childs' powerful voice.
|
Chart Longevity Fact"I've Got to Go Now" spent a total of 17 weeks on the Australian ARIA singles chart, proving its popularity.
|
Live Performance FactThe song often features in Toni Childs' live performances, where it is well-received by audiences due to its stunning lyrics and emotional delivery.
|
Album Success Fact"House of Hope", the album that features "I've Got to Go Now" also includes several other singles that have helped it achieve gold and platinum status in various countries around the world.
|
Grammy Nomination FactAlthough "I've Got to Go Now" did not receive a Grammy nomination, Toni Childs was nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards in 1988.
|
Social Awareness FactThe powerful message of "I've Got to Go Now" continues to give strength to victims of domestic violence and raise awareness about this social issue.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"I've Got to Go Now Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 1 May 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/809184/Toni+Childs/I%27ve+Got+to+Go+Now>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the I've Got to Go Now Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In