Lovely bones, won’t you take me home ’cause I’m lonely
And hold me close, you’re my only ghost, come on, haunt me
‘Cause I’m lonely
And I’ve been gone too many days
And it starts to feel the same every morning
And I don’t recognize this place
Is it me or have I changed? They ignore me
And that makes me lonely
And when I hear my name
I wish that it was you who’s calling out
There she goes
Like I’ve never been alone
Like I’ve had it all along
And every time I go away
I hate that it’s a day
That I never see your face
I’m lost in outer space
And when I’m looking down below
Oh, there she goes
I’ve been floating around every city and town
Cars and bars, I can’t figure out
Why these crowded rooms feel empty without you
Every name, every face
Oh, they all start to fade away
Into the back of my mind as I lie awake
Thinking ’bout running back to you
So I packed my bags
I’m taking off
I’m coming home
There she goes
Like I’ve never been alone
Like I’ve had it all along
And every time I go away
I hate that it’s a day
That I never see your face
I’m lost in outer space
And when I’m looking down below
Oh, there she goes
Oh, there she goes
Out of the blue
She comes around
She turned my whole life upside down
Out of the blue
Out of the clouds
And I can’t stop it now
Oh, there she goes
Like I’ve never been alone
Like I’ve had it all along
And every time I go away
I hate that it’s a day
That I never see your face
I’m lost in outer space
And when I’m looking down below
Oh, there she goes
Exploring Longing and Connection in “There She Goes”
Benson Boone’s “There She Goes” is a heartfelt reflection on loneliness, longing, and the powerful impact of a significant other. The lyrics delve into the emotional turbulence of missing someone deeply, illustrated by images of wandering through cities and feeling isolated even in crowds. Boone uses the motif of being haunted by memories, emphasizing the emptiness that comes from separation and the desperate desire to reunite. The recurring phrase “There she goes” serves as both a lament for absence and a beacon of hope, suggesting that the mere thought of this person brings light to his life. Ultimately, the song captures the universal ache of yearning for someone who feels like home, and the way their presence can transform everything.
Song Credits
- Artist: Benson Boone
- Release Year: 2024