Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: piano
Song Meaning of “Goodbye” by Secondhand Serenade
‘Goodbye’ by Secondhand Serenade tells the story of a man saying goodbye to both a past relationship and to the person he used to be pre-relationship. He reflects on how the relationship changed him for the better and he expresses his gratitude for the lessons he learned. He now understands that although the relationship has come to an end, it taught him valuable lessons and will always have a special place in his heart.
The man feels like he is slowly letting go of the past and moving on, even though he may never find another like that person again. He takes comfort in knowing that he wouldn’t be who he is today without the experience of being with that person. The lyrics underscore the sense of rebirth that comes with leaving a relationship, no matter how painful. He presents his goodbye as a way of honoring the person he once was while thanking the person who helped him become who he is today.