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Introduction
Picture this: it’s 1967, a time of great shifts in the music world, and Bonnie Owens releases a song that perfectly captures the bittersweet taste of parting ways. “Adios, Farewell, Goodbye, Good Luck, So Long” isn’t just a mouthful of farewells; it’s a beautifully crafted narrative of letting go, steeped in the richness of country music’s golden era.
Bonnie Owens, often in the shadow of her famous partners, shines brightly here, bringing a heartfelt authenticity to every note. The song’s strength lies in its simplicity—a straightforward goodbye—but its emotional depth resonates through Bonnie’s raw, clear voice. Each word she sings feels like a personal message, a whisper to anyone who’s ever had to let go.
This track isn’t just a farewell; it’s an anthem for those moments of transition, embodying the complex feelings that come with major changes. Its place in history is marked not just by the sounds of the era but by the way it connects with listeners, pulling at their heartstrings with a gentle, knowing tug.
So next time you’re facing a goodbye, let Bonnie’s timeless tune remind you that every ending is also a beginning. And isn’t there something beautiful about that?
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Lyrics
I don’t wanna see you peeking through my window
I don’t wanna hear you call me on the phone
I don’t wanna hear you knocking on my door babe
Adios, farewell, goodbye, good luck, so long.
Well you put me through my paces like a champion
Like a champion, I jumped through the hoop for you
But that’s all over now, go find a brand new sucker
Congratulations dear, I’ve had the course with you
I don’t wanna see you peeking.
[Instrumental]
Well I guess I’ll have to get an act of congress
To convince you that our love affair’s all through
Every time you snap your fingers I come running
But that’s all over now I’m sick and tired of you
I don’t wanna see you peeking.
Adios, farewell, goodbye, good luck, so long…