Never on the Day You Leave
Never on the Day You Leave

John Mayer - Never on the Day You Leave Lyrics

Ever had that moment when you realize what you've lost, but it's way past the return policy? John Mayer's lyrical genius strikes again as he navigates the bittersweet aftermath of a breakup. This song is like a delayed reaction to heartbreak—where your… Read more

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Never on the Day You Leave Lyrics

No, it's never on the day you leave
That you wonder what you still believe in
And you can't remember why you said goodbye
You'll hear an old familiar sound and hope it's her when you turn around
But never, never on the day you leave

Love grows in the time it's been
Since you last heard her sing
She'll cut her hair and move somewhere
She don't owe you anything

No, it's never on the day you leave
You can tell how it's gonna be
To watch a girl become a ghost before your eyes
You wish you'd given her one more kiss
To put away for a night like this
But never, never on the day you leave

Love grows in the time it's been
Since you last held her hand
She'll fight for you like hell
Then force herself to like some other man

No, it's never on the day you leave
That you remember Christmas Eve
And all the things you miss about her crazy family
You'll know how lonely it is to see
A little drug store Christmas tree
But never, never on the day you leave
No never, never on the day you leave

So maybe it'd be better off to write her
And leave a little note right there beside her
That says maybe we're not perfect
But I'll be damned if I ever leave
Damned if I ever leave
Damned if I ever leave

Writer(s): John Mayer
Copyright(s): Lyrics © REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
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What is the Meaning of Never on the Day You Leave?

Ever had that moment when you realize what you've lost, but it's way past the return policy? John Mayer's lyrical genius strikes again as he navigates the bittersweet aftermath of a breakup. This song is like a delayed reaction to heartbreak—where your brain finally catches up with your heart, and you're left wondering why you didn't fight harder or kiss longer. It's never on the day she leaves that you feel the full weight of her absence; it hits you later, like an emotional boomerang. From missing her quirky family to regretting not leaving a sappy note, Mayer captures the essence of post-breakup clarity with poetic precision. #HeartbreakHangover #LoveDelayed

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