I’ve made mistakes
I could have treated you better
I let you get away
There goes my happily ever after
Tell me why, why can’t we try and start again?
This can’t be how our story ends
You’re more than my girl, you’re my best friend
Tell me you remember when
Ooh, I was your man and you were my girl
It was you and me against the world
Baby, ain’t nobody gonna love me like the way you do
And you ain’t never gonna find a love like mine
Tell me, what can I do to make it up to you?
‘Cause what we got’s too good to say goodbye, goodbye
Yeah, I’m still in love with you, darlin’
I know you feel the same
Oh, what’s the point of both of us being broken-hearted?
I pray it’s never too late
So tell me why, why can’t we try and start again?
This can’t be how our story ends
You’re more than my girl, you’re my best friend
Tell me you remember when
I was your man and you were my girl
It was you and me against the world
Baby, ain’t nobody gonna love me like the way you do
And you ain’t never gonna find a love like mine
Tell me, what can I do to make it up to you?
‘Cause what we got’s too good to say goodbye, goodbye
(Oh, don’t you give up)
Girl, won’t you listen?
(Don’t you give up)
It’s you that I’m missin’
(Don’t you give up)
Take my hand, I wanna go, I wanna go
(All the way)
If we’re gonna fight this fight for better days
I know we’re gonna make it
This is the chance, let’s take it
Baby, ain’t nobody gonna love me like the way you do
(Woo, no, no, no, no)
And you ain’t never gonna find a love like mine
(Ooh, tell me)
Tell me, what can I do to make it up to you?
‘Cause what we got’s too good to say goodbye
(Come on, come on)
Goodbye (Oh baby, baby)
Baby, ain’t nobody gonna love me like the way you do
And you ain’t never gonna find a love like mine
(Oh, tell me)
Tell me, what can I do to make it up to you?
‘Cause what we got’s too good to say goodbye, goodbye
Reflections on Lost Love
“Too Good To Say Goodbye” by Bruno Mars is a heartfelt ballad that delves into the emotional turmoil of a relationship on the brink of ending. The lyrics capture regret, longing, and the hope for reconciliation. Mars’ soulful delivery emphasizes the pain of letting go of someone irreplaceable, while also highlighting the strength of their bond—one that feels ‘too good to say goodbye.’ The repeated pleas for another chance and the acknowledgment of past mistakes reveal a vulnerability that many listeners can relate to, making the song both personal and universal.
A Plea for a Second Chance
Throughout the song, Mars appeals to his former partner, reminding her of their unique connection and shared history. He insists that no one else can replace what they had, and asks what he can do to make amends. This persistent hope and refusal to give up on love form the emotional core of the track, resonating with anyone who has ever wished for a second chance in love.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bruno Mars
- Songwriters: Bruno Mars, Christopher Brody Brown, James Fauntleroy, Philip Lawrence, Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds
- Release Year: 2016
- Label: Atlantic Records