Story Behind The Song
I was at a party, saw a beautiful girl, I tried to introduce myself and talk to her, but she ignored me and blew me off. She didn't realize that if she gave me just one chance she could have fallen in love with me. But even if not, we could have become great friends. And that could also have been a wonderful thing. A few days later I saw Neil Young in concert, came home, strapped on the harmonica and wrote this song in a matter of hours.
Song Description
A man feels dejected and lonely when he sees a beautiful woman at a party, tries to introduce himself, but she ignores him and blows him off. She doesn't realize that if she gives that guy just one chance she could fall in love with him. But even if not, they could become great friends. And that is also a wonderful thing.
Song Length |
6:07 |
Genre |
Rock - Easy Listening, Pop - Alternative |
Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Gracious, Endearing |
Subject |
Loneliness, Attracted, Crush |
Similar Artists |
Neil Young, Billy Joel |
Language |
English |
Era |
1970 - 1979 |
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Lyrics
I can't stop feeling so alone
I'm tired of this emptiness, I can't escape sorrow
A pretty face can turn you on a given night
But what good does it do if I can't hold you tight
Can't you tell what you do to me
Don't you know it could happen with anyone
Can't you feel this excitement inside of me
And don't you know that it's wonderful just to make a friend
Or is this the end
Good night my friend
Is there anybody out there who wants to die away
I think about it every night that I'm alone
Does anybody realize you're just a girl away
From making life worth it all along
Can't you tell what you do to me
Don't you know it could happen with anyone
Can't you feel my heart pounding wildly
And don't you know that it's wonderful just to make a friend
Or is this the end
Good night my friends.
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