About the Song
“She’s Gone” is a timeless soul ballad written and performed by the American duo Hall & Oates. Released in 1976, the song became a major hit, reaching number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It has since become a staple of their discography and a beloved classic among fans.
The song tells the story of a man struggling to cope with the loss of his love. The lyrics express feelings of sadness, regret, and longing. The haunting melody and soulful vocals of Daryl Hall and John Oates perfectly capture the emotional depth of the song.
“She’s Gone” was originally included on Hall & Oates’ 1973 album Abandoned Luncheonette. However, it wasn’t until 1976, after the success of their hit single “Sara Smile,” that the song gained widespread recognition. The re-release propelled “She’s Gone” to the top of the charts, solidifying Hall & Oates’ status as one of the most popular music acts of the 1970s.
“She’s Gone” is a testament to the songwriting prowess of Hall & Oates. The song’s simple yet evocative lyrics and catchy melody have made it a timeless classic. It continues to be enjoyed by fans around the world, nearly 50 years after its initial release.
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Lyrics: She’s Gone
Everybody’s high on consolation
Everybody’s trying to tell me what is right for me, yeah
My daddy tried to bore me with a sermon
But it’s plain to see that they can’t comfort meSorry, Charlie, for the imposition
I think I got it (got it), I got the strength to carry on, oh yeah
I need a drink and a quick decision
Now it’s up to me, ooh, what will beShe’s gone, she’s gone
Oh I, oh I
I better learn how to face it
She’s gone, she’s gone
Oh I, oh I
I’d pay the devil to replace her
She’s gone, and she’s gone
Oh why, what went wrong?Get up in the morning, look in the mirror
One less toothbrush hanging in the stand, yeah
My face ain’t looking any younger
Now I can see love’s taken a toll on meShe’s gone, she’s gone
Oh I, oh I
I better learn how to face it
She’s gone, and she’s gone
Oh I, oh I
I’d pay the devil to replace her
She’s gone, and she’s gone
Oh why, what went wrong?Think I’ll spend eternity in the city
Let the carbon and monoxide choke my thoughts away, yeah
And pretty bodies help dissolve the memories
They can never be what she was (was) to (to) meShe’s gone, she’s gone
Oh I, oh I
I better learn how to face it
She’s gone, and she’s gone
Oh I, oh I
I’d pay the devil to replace her
She’s gone, and she’s gone
Oh I, what went wrong?She’s gone
Oh I, I better learn how to face it
She’s gone, she’s gone
I can’t believe that she’s gone
Oh I, I’d pay the devil to replace her
She’s gone
Oh I, I better learn how to face it
She’s gone, she’s gone
I can’t believe that she’s gone
Oh I, I’d pay the devil to replace her
She’s gone, she’s gone
She’s gone, she’s gone
She’s gone, she’s gone