Sad songs are the best songs

Randy Travis - On The Other Hand

"But on the other hand, there's a golden band,
To remind me of someone, who would not understand.
On one hand I could stay, and be your lovin' man,
But the reason I must go, is on the other hand."

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There are many Cat Power songs that are haunting and sad. This one in particular just pierces me with a cold knife, as much as I love it. It also reminds me of high school and recalls vivid memories that I still miss of friends I've lost over the years thanks to mental illness. I bring that last part up because suffering with mental illness gives sad/melancholy songs an added layer of ironic therapy.

Second those drums and vocals kick in, man.


Also, this one gives me chills every time. I've spent many nights listening to it on repeat. And every time it kicks in on the soundtrack in the actual film I find myself entranced. Have you ever seen a portal?

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Tim McGraw - Please Remember Me

"You'll find better love
Strong as it ever was
Deep as the river runs
Warm as the morning sun
Please remember me"

Tim McGraw - I Keep It Under My Hat

"I keep the brim pulled down
Whenever those teardrops come around
So nobody else can see
Just what your memory does to me
I know I can't hide
But baby, I've still got my pride
When your memory comes back
I keep it under my hat"

Lee Ann Womack - The Fool

"You don't know me but I know who you are.
Mind if I sit down.
Do I look familiar if I don't well I should.
I'm sure you've seen me around.
I know you've probably heard my name,
Though we've not been introduced.
I'm the fool in love with the fool
Who's still in love with you."

That is propably the saddest song I know.

John Barrowman - Goodbye My Friend

"I know I'll never see you again,
But the love you gave me through all the years,
Will take away these tears.
I'm okay now.
Goodbye my friend."

Jimmy Harnen with Synch - Where Are You Now

"Where are you now?
Is someone there tonight,
Holding what was mine?
Where are you now?
You wonder where I am.
Are you really feeling fine?"

I found this piece recently. I find it to be very powerful and I know that although it is quite gloomy, it is one of those sad songs that help give hope.

"Look, I really feel lost without you
I hate the fact you think the world is better off without you
And my mind's spinning, this is the line finish
Truth is, I don't care how you feel about my feelings
And I'd be lying to you if I told you I'm fine, listen
I know that you can hear me, all I need is like five minutes
I just wanna reach inside the casket and pull you out
I'm sorry this isn't something that we both could figure out
I wish I could hear you now"

I grew up with jazz muso's for parents, listening to jazz almost daily but never tired of the very melancholy but always beautiful trumpet and voice of Chet Baker. Still a favourite.

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Vince Gill - Tryin' To Get Over You

"I've been tryin' to get over you.
I've been spending time alone.
I've been tryin' to get over you,
But it'll take dyin' to get it done"

Vince Gill - Never Knew Lonely

"I never knew lonely could be so blue.
I never knew lonely could tear you in two.
I never loved someone like I love you.
I never knew lonely til you."

Townes Van Zandt - Waiting 'Round to Die



Also peep the Whitey Morgan cover version of this song, musically it's less sad and more bad ass. Good song either way.

Vince Gill - When I Call Your Name

"I rushed home from work like I always do.
I spent my whole day just thinking of you.
When I walked through the front door my whole life was changed,
Cause nobody answered when I called your name."

Kathy Mattea - Where Have You Been

"Where have you been?"
"I've looked for you forever and a day."
"Where have you been?"
"I'm just not myself when you're away."