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We said goodbye


"We Said Goodbye" is a song by Dave Maclean, written and performed in the key of C major. Released in 1973, it was composed by Barry Blue and Lynton Naiff. Dave Maclean, a Scottish singer, gained recognition for his heartfelt performances in romantic ballads during the 1970s. The song, characterized by its gentle melody and heartfelt lyrics, reflects the bittersweet emotions surrounding the end of a romantic relationship. Notable trivia includes the track's popularity in South America, particularly in Chile, where it became a hit and is still cherished by fans.

We said goodbye
Dave Maclean

d d d e
You'll never find
d c d a c
another guy
d d d e
That loves you more
d c c d
than I can do

d d d e
You'll never love
d c d a c
another man
c a d
oh , no
d d
'Cause I
d e
don't leave
d c
your mind
c d
no more

d d d e
I'll never find
d c d a c
another girl
d d d e
That pleases me more
d c c d
than you can do

d d d e
I'll never love
d c d a c
another girl
c a d
oh , no
d d d e
'Cause you don't leave
d c
my mind
c d
no more
f d a c Don´t leave no more

f
Why ,
e
why ,
d
oh
a c
why
f
Why
f f g
did we say
f a
goodbye?

f
Why
f f g
did you say
f a
goodbye
f d
to me?
d d d
Why did I
a g f
say goodbye?
d I
a a a
said goodbye
g f
to you