58 Songs About Leaving (Pop, Rap & More)
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I. Rock Songs About Leaving
1. Go Your Own Way by Fleetwood Mac
The song is about a relationship that has ended and the person is telling their former partner that they need to go their own way.
2. Don’t Look Back in Anger by Oasis
The song is about not dwelling on the past and not being angry about things that have happened. It is about moving on and looking to the future.
3. The Long and Winding Road by The Beatles
The song is about a relationship that has ended and the singer is looking back on all the happy times they shared together. He is sad and regrets all the things he didn’t do to make the relationship work.
4. The Times They Are A-Changin’ by Bob Dylan
The song is about how the world is constantly changing and how people need to change with it. Dylan sings about how the old ways of doing things are no longer effective and how people need to adapt to the new ways. He also talks about how the future is always unknown and how people need to be prepared for it.
5. Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen
The song is about a young man’s escape from his hometown. He is in love with a girl named Mary and he wants to take her away to a better life. The song is an anthem for anyone who has ever felt trapped by their circumstances and longed for something better.
II. Rap Songs About Leaving
1. I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston
The song is about a woman who is leaving her lover and she tells him that she will always love him. She says that she will always love him no matter what he does or where he goes.
2. Song Cry by (2001) Video via YouTube
The song is about a man who is trying to keep his composure and not cry in front of his friends, but he can’t help it when he thinks about his lost love.
3. Heartless by (2008) Video via YouTube
The song is about a heartless person who doesn’t care about anyone but themselves. They are cold and calculating and only care about themselves. They are also very successful in everything they do.
4. Hit Em Up by Tupac Shakur
The song is about Tupac’s beef with the East Coast, specifically Biggie Smalls and Puff Daddy. He talks about how he’s going to kill them and how they’re fake.
5. Love Galore by (2017) Video via YouTube
The song is about a love that is no longer there. The singer is trying to figure out what went wrong and how to get the love back.
6. Don’t Look Back by Boston
The song is about a relationship that ended and the person is trying to move on but they keep looking back.
7. Marvin’s Room by (2011) Video via YouTube
The song is about a person who is struggling with addiction and is trying to get help from their loved ones. The song is about the person’s struggles and how they are trying to get better.
8. I’m Outta Here by Eminem
The song is about Eminem leaving the music industry because he is tired of all the negativity and hate. He says that he has had enough of the drama and the politics, and he is done with trying to please everyone. He is also tired of the media and the critics who are always attacking him. He says that he is going to focus on his family and his own life now, and he is done with the music business.
9. Call Out My Name by (2018) Video via YouTube
The song is about a relationship that ended badly, and the person regrets not being able to fix things before it was too late.
III. Country Songs About Leaving
1. Rearview Town by Jason Aldean
Jason Aldean’s song “Rearview Town” is about a man who is looking back on his life and regrets some of the things he’s done. He’s looking for a way to move on and start over, but he knows it won’t be easy.
2. On the Road Again by Willie Nelson
The song is about a man who is on the road again and is looking forward to the journey. He is excited to see the different places and people he will encounter along the way.
3. Goodbye Time by Blake Shelton (2005)
The song is about a man who is trying to get over a break-up by moving on and forgetting about the past. He knows that it won’t be easy, but he is determined to do it.
4. Goodbye Earl by Dixie Chicks (2000)
The song is about a woman who kills her abusive husband with the help of her friend. The song is told from the perspective of the woman and her friend, and is a light-hearted take on a serious issue.
5. The Times They Are A-Changin’ by Bob Dylan
The song is about how the world is constantly changing and how people need to change with it. Dylan sings about how the old ways of doing things are no longer effective and how people need to adapt to the new ways. He also talks about how the future is always unknown and how people need to be prepared for it.
6. I’m Already There by Lonestar
I’m Already There is a song about a man who is away from his home and family, but he is always with them in spirit. He is always thinking about them and he misses them dearly.
7. Leaving on a Jet Plane by John Denver
The song is about a person who is leaving on a jet plane and is unsure if they will ever return. The person is saying goodbye to their loved ones and is telling them not to cry.
8. Never Again by Eve, Keyshia Cole
The song is about a woman who has been hurt by a man and is vowing never to let herself be hurt again. She is done with love and is not going to let herself be fooled again.
9. I’m Movin’ On by Rascal Flatts (2001)
The song is about a person who is moving on from a past relationship. They are ready to start a new chapter in their life and are not looking back. The song is upbeat and empowering, and encourages listeners to do the same.
10. Hit the Road Jack by Ray Charles
The song is about a man who is leaving his woman. He tells her that she can’t come with him, and she should just “hit the road.”
11. See You Again by Carrie Underwood
The song is about a woman who is reflecting on a past relationship. She is thinking about how things ended and how she has moved on. She is hoping to see her former lover again, but she knows that it is unlikely.
12. Even Though I’m Leaving by Luke Combs
The song is about a man who is leaving his home and his loved ones behind to pursue his dreams. Even though he is leaving, he still loves them and wants them to be happy.
IV. R&B Songs About Leaving
1. Be Without You by Mary J. Blige
The song is about a woman who is in a relationship with a man who is not good for her. She knows that she should leave him, but she can’t seem to do it. She is tired of being hurt and she wants to be free, but she can’t seem to let go.
2. Don’t Look Back by Boston
The song is about a relationship that ended and the person is trying to move on but they keep looking back.
3. Bye Bye Bye by NSYNC
The song is about a break-up and how the person is feeling. They are sad and regretful about what happened between them and their partner.
4. Saving All My Love For You by Whitney Houston
The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is not interested in her. She is saving all her love for him, even though she knows he will never love her back.
5. Where Do Broken Hearts Go by Whitney Houston
The song is about a person who is struggling to forget a past relationship. They wonder where all the love that they once had went, and if their former partner is feeling the same pain. They hope that someday they will find closure and be able to move on.
6. Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton
The song is about a woman who is begging her lover to take her back and heal her broken heart. She is pleading with him to un-break her heart and make her love again.
7. I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry by Whitney Houston
The song is about a person who is feeling very lonely and could cry. They talk about how they miss someone and how they wish that person was there with them.
8. Go Your Own Way by Fleetwood Mac
The song is about a relationship that has ended and the person is telling their former partner that they need to go their own way.
9. The Wanderer by Dion DiMucci
The song is about a man who is a wanderer and has no home. He has been everywhere and seen everything. He is tired of moving around and wants to find a place to settle down.
10. I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston
The song is about a woman who is leaving her lover and she tells him that she will always love him. She says that she will always love him no matter what he does or where he goes.
11. Ex-Factor by Lauryn Hill
The song is about a failed relationship and the singer’s regrets.
12. Hit the Road Jack by Ray Charles
The song is about a man who is leaving his woman. He tells her that she can’t come with him, and she should just “hit the road.”
V. Pop Songs About Leaving
1. Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen
The song is about the singer’s love for the titular character, Leonard Cohen. He sings about how Cohen has inspired him and how he looks up to him.
2. REM by R.E.M.
The song is about a person who is struggling to remember something important. They keep trying to remember what it is, but they can’t. Eventually, they realize that the thing they’re trying to remember is a dream.
3. Angelina – Bob Dylan by Farewell
The song is about a woman named Angelina who the singer is in love with. He talks about how she is the most beautiful woman he has ever seen and how he can’t imagine life without her.
4. Paul Simon by Paul Simon
The song is about the singer’s love for the titular Paul Simon. He talks about how he loves everything about him, from the way he looks to the way he sings. He even compares him to a work of art, saying that he is “perfection personified.” In the end, he declares his undying love for Paul Simon, and says that he will always be there for him.
5. Willie Nelson by Willie Nelson
The song is about the life of country music singer Willie Nelson. It talks about his humble beginnings, his struggles with addiction, and his eventual success.
6. Leaving on a Jet Plane by John Denver
The song is about a person who is leaving on a jet plane and is unsure if they will ever return. The person is saying goodbye to their loved ones and is telling them not to cry.
7. So Long, Farewell by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II
The song is a farewell to the Von Trapp family as they leave Austria. The children say goodbye to their home, their friends, and their governess, Maria.
8. Bye Bye Bye by NSYNC
The song is about a break-up and how the person is feeling. They are sad and regretful about what happened between them and their partner.
9. Bye Bye by Mariah Carey
The song is about a woman who is leaving her lover and saying goodbye. She is sad and regrets the decision, but she knows it is for the best.
10. Don McLean by American Pie
The song is about the death of Buddy Holly, and the singer’s reflections on the event.
11. Chicago by If You Leave Me Now
The song is about a man who is leaving Chicago and the woman he is leaving behind. He is telling her how much he loves her and how much he will miss her.
12. Goodbye by Air Supply
The song is about a couple breaking up and saying goodbye to each other. The man is telling the woman that he will always love her and that he is sorry for the way things turned out.
VI. Christian Songs About Leaving
1. I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) by The Proclaimers
The song is about a man who is willing to walk 500 miles to be with the woman he loves. He is determined to make the journey, no matter what the obstacles, and he is sure that he will be happy when he finally arrives at her side.
2. I Can Only Imagine by MercyMe
The song is about a person imagining what it will be like to be in heaven. The person imagines being in a beautiful place with no more pain or suffering. They imagine being reunited with loved ones who have died and being able to worship God freely. The song is a reminder that even though we don’t know what heaven will be like, we can trust that it will be better than anything we can imagine.
3. I’m on My Way by The Proclaimers
The song is about a person who is leaving their home and embarking on a journey. They are saying goodbye to their loved ones and telling them that they will be back someday.
4. or just time for leaving church at the end of the service by FFS29 God speed you on your way (Shirley Erena Murray) Farewell; benediction Good lyrics of a new beginning
The lyrics of the song ‘Or Just Time for Leaving Church at the End of the Service by FFS29 God Speed You on Your Way (Shirley Erena Murray)’ are about a new beginning. The lyrics say goodbye and wish someone well as they start a new journey.
5. In the Garden by Anne Murray
The song is about a woman who is reflecting on her life and how she has grown as a person. She is looking back at her younger self and how she used to be so naive and innocent. She is now a strong and independent woman who has been through a lot in her life. The song is about her journey and how she has learned from her mistakes.
6. Leave It There by Joey + Rory
The song is about a person who is struggling with their faith and questioning whether or not they should continue to believe. The person is struggling with doubt and fear, and they are wondering if they are making the right decision by continuing to believe. The song is about the person’s journey and their struggle to find answers.
7. What a Friend We Have in Jesus by Alan Jackson
The song is a country-gospel song about the friendship between Jesus and the singer. The singer talks about how Jesus is always there for him, no matter what he is going through. The song is a reminder that Jesus is our friend and we can always count on him.
8. Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus by Helen H. Lemmel
The song is a hymn about turning to Jesus for help in times of need. It talks about how Jesus is the only one who can help us when we are lost and struggling. The song ends with a plea for Jesus to come into our hearts and help us.
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