When I'm Gone
Love's Echo: Pondering the Aftermath of Goodbyes
Lyrics
Well, it seems you thought it over
Contemplating a decision
And you feel I'm not the one
Perceived inadequacy in the relationship
And you think you might do better on your own.
Considering independence
You say lover's vows only hold you down
Belief that commitment is restricting
So I guess I'm moving on,
Acceptance and moving on
But what'll you think about me when I'm gone?
Questioning how one will be remembered
What will you think about me when I'm gone, said and done,
Reflecting on thoughts after departure
When old memories fall like footsteps.
Nostalgia and memories fading away
Will you think it's me coming home?
Wondering if one will be missed
Well, I thought your eyes could see compromise,
Expectation of compromise in a relationship
But that's one thing you've never done.
Noticing a lack of compromise
What'll you think about me when I'm gone?
Concern about how one will be remembered
Will some other's kiss taste sweeter
Exploring the possibility of new relationships
Or will my pictures haunt your room?
Wondering if past presence will linger
Will it make your nights pass easier
Questioning the impact of the departure
Or will you think you were a fool
Reflecting on potential regrets
When my pillow's bare and you're lying there,
Imagining the aftermath of separation
Will a heartache linger on?
Concern about lingering emotional pain
What'll you think about me when I'm gone?
Contemplating the perception of the departed
What'll you think about me when I'm gone?
Repeating the question about post-departure thoughts
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