About the song
Terry Jacks’ “Seasons in the Sun” is a timeless ballad that has touched the hearts of millions worldwide. Released in 1974, the song quickly climbed the charts, becoming a global sensation. Its poignant lyrics and haunting melody have solidified its place in popular music history.
The song’s narrative revolves around a man reflecting on his life and the mistakes he has made. With a sense of melancholy and regret, he contemplates the choices that have led him to his current predicament. The lyrics evoke a profound sense of introspection, inviting listeners to examine their own lives and the consequences of their actions.
The song’s musical arrangement is equally compelling. Jacks’ soulful vocals, combined with the gentle strumming of an acoustic guitar, create a melancholic atmosphere that perfectly complements the song’s lyrical content. The arrangement is stripped down and intimate, allowing the singer’s emotions to shine through.
“Seasons in the Sun” has been covered by numerous artists over the years, each interpretation adding a unique perspective to the original. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its universal themes and its ability to resonate with audiences of all ages.
It remains a powerful and moving piece of music that continues to captivate listeners decades after its release.
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Lyrics
Goodbye to you, my trusted friend
We’ve known each other since we were nine or ten
Together we’ve climbed hills and trees
Learned of love and ABCs
Skinned our hearts and skinned our knees
Goodbye my friend, it’s hard to die
When all the birds are singing in the sky
Now that the spring is in the air
Pretty girls are everywhere
Think of me and I’ll be there
We had joy, we had fun
We had seasons in the sun
But the hills that we climbed
Were just seasons out of time
Goodbye Papa, please pray for me
I was the black sheep of the family
You tried to teach me right from wrong
Too much wine and too much song
Wonder how I got along
Goodbye Papa it’s hard to die
When all the birds are singing in the sky
Now that the spring is in the air
Little children everywhere
When you see them, I’ll be there
We had joy, we had fun
We had seasons in the sun
But the wine and the song
Like the seasons have all gone
We had joy, we had fun
We had seasons in the sun
But the wine and the song
Like the seasons have all gone
Goodbye Michelle, my little one
You gave me love and helped me find the sun
And every time that I was down
You would always come around
And get my feet back on the ground
Goodbye Michelle, it’s hard to die
When all the birds are singing in the sky
Now that the spring is in the air
With the flowers everywhere
I wish that we could both be there
We had joy, we had fun
We had seasons in the sun
But the stars we could reach
Were just starfish on the beach
We had joy, we had fun
We had seasons in the sun
But the stars we could reach
Were just starfish on the beach
We had joy, we had fun
We had seasons in the sun
But the wine and the song
Like the seasons have all gone
All our lives we had fun
We had seasons in the sun
But the hills that we climbed
Were just seasons out of time
We had joy, we had fun