About The Song
“Kiss and Say Goodbye” is a soulful ballad by the American R&B group The Manhattans. Released in 1976, the song became one of the group’s most successful and enduring hits.
Here are some key details about “Kiss and Say Goodbye”:
Title: Kiss and Say Goodbye
Artist: The Manhattans
Release Date: 1976
Album: The Manhattans
Genre: R&B, Soul
Background: “Kiss and Say Goodbye” was written by Winfred “Blue” Lovett, a member of The Manhattans. The song’s lyrics tell the story of a man who is reluctantly ending a relationship and bidding farewell to a loved one with a kiss. The emotional depth of the lyrics is complemented by the smooth and soulful vocals of The Manhattans.
Musical Style: The song is characterized by its soulful and romantic style, featuring a lush arrangement that includes strings and harmonious vocals. The smooth harmonies and the lead vocals convey a sense of longing and heartbreak, adding to the emotional impact of the song.
Commercial Success: “Kiss and Say Goodbye” was a commercial triumph for The Manhattans, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. The song’s crossover success also earned it recognition on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart.
Legacy: The song remains one of The Manhattans’ signature hits and a classic in the realm of R&B ballads. Its enduring popularity is reflected in its continued presence on radio playlists and its inclusion in various compilations celebrating the best of soul and R&B music.
The Manhattans: The Manhattans, formed in the 1960s, are a venerable R&B group known for their smooth vocal harmonies and romantic ballads. Over the years, the group has enjoyed a successful career with multiple chart-topping hits.
“Kiss and Say Goodbye” stands as a testament to The Manhattans’ ability to convey deep emotions through their music. The song’s timeless appeal and soulful delivery have made it a classic in the world of R&B and a favorite among fans of romantic ballads.
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Lyrics
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I called you here today for a bit of bad news
I won’t be able to see you anymore
Because of my obligations, and the ties that you have
We’ve been meeting here everyday
And since this is our last day together
I wanna hold you just one more time
When you turn and walk away, don’t look back
I wanna remember you just like this
Let’s just kiss and say goodbyeI had to meet you here today
There’s just so many things to say
Please don’t stop me ’till I’m through
This is something I hate to do
We’ve been meeting here so long
I guess what we done, oh was wrong
Please darling, don’t you cry
Let’s just kiss and say goodbyeMany months have passed us by
(I’m gonna miss you)
I’m gonna miss you, I can’t lie
(I’m gonna miss you)
I’ve got ties, and so do you
I just think this is the thing to do
It’s gonna hurt me, I can’t lie
Maybe you’ll meet, you’ll meet another guy
Understand me, won’t you try, try, try, try, try, try, try
Let’s just kiss and say goodbye
(I’m gonna miss you)
I’m gonna miss you, I can’t lie
(I’m gonna miss you)
Understand me, won’t you try
(I’m gonna miss you)
It’s gonna hurt me, I can’t lie
(I’m gonna miss you)
Take my handkerchief, wipe your eyes
(I’m gonna miss you)
Maybe you’ll find, you’ll find another guy
(I’m gonna miss you)
Let’s kiss and say goodbye, pretty baby
(I’m gonna miss you)
Please, don’t you cry
(I’m gonna miss you)
Understand me, won’t you try
(I’m gonna miss you)
Let’s just kiss
And say goodbye