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Songs To Play When Moving

Several things could make you want to move. Reasons could be a new place, a new person, or a new job. You may have to pack boxes, make all sorts of arrangements and sure enough, spend time on the road. But, how can you enliven the dreary process?

The right goodbye songs and farewell gifts may help. Read on for some great goodbye songs from the music industry. Some of the songs will be introduced, and various kinds of playlists for moving will be suggested.

Farewell Songs For Your Playlist When Leaving

The transition process for both parties can be complicated before and after leaving. A collection of farewell songs is listed below to ease the struggle to say goodbye. The songs cut across several genres, such as pop, rock, and country songs. Furthermore, they are a mix of wistful, celebratory, grateful, and melancholy. You may even find a few songs of all time.

  • Goodbye My Lover by James Blunt
  • Good Riddance by Green Day
  • One More Day by Diamond Rio
  • The Dance by Garth Brooks
  • Candles In The Wind by Elton John
  • Farewell by Rihanna
  • I Will Remember You by Sarah McLachlan
  • 50 Ways To Say Goodbye by Train
  • I Am Moving On by Rascal Flatts
  • Goodbye To You by Scandal
  • You Are Gonna Miss This by Trace Adkins
  • Don't You (Forget About Me) by Simple Minds
  • You Will Think Of Me by Keith Urban
  • How Can I Help You Say Goodbye by Patty Loveless
  • Leaving On A Jet Plane by Peter Paul and Mary
  • Durham Town by Roger Whittaker
  • Moving On Up by M People
  • A Better Man by Clint Black
  • Don't Forget To Remember Me by Carrie Underwood
  • Goodbye by Linda Ronstadt
  • Tears In Heaven by Eric Clapton
  • Beautiful Goodbye by Maroon 5
  • Today Today Today by James Taylor
  • Ain’t No Sunshine by Bill Withers

Goodbye My Lover by James Blunt

This song describes a dying relationship. The narrator is grieving the end of the relationship after his partner left. The song recalls all they went through in the relationship. The singer achingly describes how saying goodbye wounds his soul. Ultimately, the song is about being friends, sweethearts, and finally saying goodbye.

Good Riddance by Green Day

You may feel sad when educational opportunities, new jobs, or social obligations force you to say goodbye. This song can help you with an additional perspective. Released in 1997, the song "Good Riddance" describes such scenarios as unpredictable but usual. As he says goodbye, the narrator goes further to expect a great time in his life ahead.

One More Day by Diamond Rio

If you are partial to country songs, then you can really enjoy this song with its splendid advice. This country song was released in 2005. The narrator finds it hard to say goodbye.

Actually, he still mourns the end of his relationship. He wishes he could spend even one more day with the woman he loves. The lesson you get from the central theme of the song is to talk to your loved ones while they are still present with you. You should not merely wait for the last day when they leave.

The Dance by Garth Brooks

What if you were in a perfect dream and you woke up too soon? This song evokes a similar feeling. The narrator describes the high point of his feelings when they danced under the stars. At that point, he never knew he would have to say goodbye in the future. However, he says he would not give up the time and experience shared.

Candles In The Wind by Elton John

Elton John’s “Candles In The Wind” was written as a tribute to Marilyn Monroe. The song describes the meteoric rise and tragic death of the actress and Hollywood legend. Her mother was a paranoid schizophrenic. As a child, she resided in an orphanage and foster care. She also endured rejection and abuse.

Though she became a model and a star actress, she fought with depression and addiction. Her death was suspected to be due to drug overdose and suicide. Generally, the song describes how Marilyn Monroe died.

Farewell by Rihanna

Again, if you find it challenging to say goodbye, this pop song about saying goodbye is one you can identify with. Rihanna finds it challenging to say goodbye to a key person in her life. She tries to understand he is leaving her searching for a better future. She knows she has to stay and allow him to fly freely. However, she still feels hurt.

I Will Remember You by Sarah McLachlan

In this 1995 ballad, the narrator stands at the edge of goodbye. She tells the other party to recall the good times and memories without tears. In addition, she promises to keep her friend in mind and hopes they remember her too.

50 Ways To Say Goodbye by Train

In this pop song from 2012, the narrator is coldly dumped by his lovers. They give no prior explanation. "Help me, help me, I am no good at goodbyes," he says. When asked about the demise of the relationship by friends, he gives several funny excuses. This could be an excellent bitter-sweet song, even if you do not like breakup songs.

I Am Moving On by Rascal Flatts

Sometimes, parting ways may be for the best. This 2001 country song expresses this well. The narrator has dealt with personal ghosts and demons. Now, he has sold his belongings and is going out of town. He is looking for forgiveness.

Goodbye To You by Scandal

Is it time to cut loose? The narrator in this 1982 song thinks so. She is through with waiting for her lover to come back. She feels she has held on too long. However, she will remember both the good times and the bad times.

You Are Gonna Miss This by Trace Adkins

Trace Adkins expresses the value of appreciating the now and its benefits in this 2008 ballad. A teenage girl about to turn 18 is eager to leave her home. After that, a new bride is eager to have kids as she is decorating her new one-room home. There is also a young mother with crying kids who apologises to a plumber.

Don't You (Forget About Me) by Simple Minds

This 80s hit song enjoyed worldwide popularity in 1985. It even featured in the movie named The Breakfast Club. In the song, a guy is left dancing alone after his partner says goodbye. After that, he ponders how the parting will affect their relationship.

You Will Think Of Me by Keith Urban

In this 2004 country song, a heartbroken man initially loses sleep due to a breakup with his lover. He later finds some comfort, but he cannot help looking forward to when she returns and regrets giving up. He plans not to care at that point but to have moved on in his life.

How Can I Help You Say Goodbye by Patty Loveless

In this 1993 country song, a mother showcases how much help devoted mothers can be. She expresses how she helps her daughter say goodbye at essential points. These life transition stages include leaving a childhood friend, divorcing her husband, and losing her mother.

Leaving On A Jet Plane by Peter Paul and Mary

When John Denver wrote this song, this was not the original title. As of 1996, when it was initially recorded, Denver’s producer convinced him to rename it. After that, in 1997, Peter Paul and Mary recorded it.

Durham Town by Roger Whittaker

This song’s original record title was changed. Roger Whittaker’s original wish was to sing about Newcastle. The second version has a name check for the River Tyne. River Tyne runs across Newcastle and not Durham.

Moving On Up by M People

Rather than being a sad song, this one goes beyond being a breakup ballade. The singer decides not to put up with it anymore. If you are going through a complicated breakup, this track can get you upbeat. It became M People's most significant single worldwide.

A Better Man by Clint Black

Another song that can get you upbeat from a breakup is this hit song from 1989. A man says goodbye to the person he loved. Though he knew the love would not last, he expressed gratitude for everything the relationship brought to his life. He appreciates the contribution and motivation his partner has given him over the years. More so, he feels confident in his improved skills and feels thankful for having known her.

Don't Forget To Remember Me by Carrie Underwood

Leaving your childhood home can be difficult for your parents. They may find it hard to say goodbye. It is the same for the mother in this 2006 song. You can classify it among songs about family. The 18-year-old girl wants to leave, but the mother tries to delay the farewell. Much later, when the daughter faces the realities of adult life, she reminisces about the life she misses.

Saying Goodbye Party Music

While you are in the process of saying farewell, you can shed away those frowns. Play these songs below during your farewell party. Indeed, you will end up having a great send-off party.

  • Hello, Goodbye by The Beatles
  • Never Can Say Goodbye by Jackson 5
  • Gonna Fly Now (theme from Rocky) by Bill Conti
  • You’ve Got A Friend In Me by Randy Newman
  • Steam singing Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye
  • Friends Never Say Goodbye by Elton John  
  • Changes by David Bowie
  • Farewell To You by White Lion
  • Bye Bye Bye by NSYNC
  • So Long, Farewell – from Rodgers and Hammerstein's musical, The Sound Of Music
  • Bye Bye by Mariah Carey
  • See You Later, Alligator by Bill Haley and The Comets

Upbeat Songs For Packing And Moving

Play the songs mentioned below to spice up your packing and moving process.

  • Irreplaceable by Beyonce
  • Walking On A Dream by Empire of the Sun
  • Happy by Pharrel Williams
  • Roll To Me by Del Amitri
  • I Love It by Icona Pop
  • Get Lucky by Daft Punk
  • Life Is A Highway by Rascal Flatts
  • Postcards by James Blunt
  • Hard Day’s Night by The Beatles
  • Time Of Our lives by Pitbull and Ne-Yo
  • Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go by Wham!
  • Bulletproof by La Roux
  • Don’t Stop Believing by Journey
  • Walking On Sunshine by Katrina and The Waves

Songs About Saying Goodbye And Leaving

Again, you can add these memorable songs to your playlist of goodbye songs.

  • Who Says You Can’t Go Home by Bon Jovi
  • Closing Time by Semisonic
  • Go Your Own Way by Fleetwood Macs
  • Float On by Modest Mouse
  • Hit The Road Jack by Ray Charles
  • Already Gone by Kelly Clarkson
  • Come Home by OneRepublic
  • Breakaway by Kelly Clarkson
  • Get Home by Bastille
  • Gonna Move by Paul Pena
  • Changes by David Bowie
  • Goodbye Town by Lady Antebellum
  • Gotta Travel On by Billy Grammer
  • Begin Again by Taylor Swift
  • Home by Daughtry
  • Home by Phillip Phillips
  • Home by Edward Sharp and The Magnetic Zeros
  • Homeward Bound by Simon and Garfunkel
  • I’m Moving On by Elvis Presley
  • Movin’ On Up by Janet DuBois
  • Movin’ Out by Billy Joel
  • Moving by Supergrass
  • Moving On by Bad Company
  • Moving On And Getting Over by John Mayer’s
  • On The Road Again by Willie Nelson
  • Send Me On My Way by Rusted Root
  • Should I Stay, Or Should I Go by The Clash
  • Somewhere Only We Know by Keane
  • Take Me Home by Jess Glynne
  • Too Good At Goodbyes by Sam Smith
  • Eastbound And Down by Jerry Reed
  • Happy Trails by Roy Rogers
  • Forever Young by Bob Dylan
  • Don’t Forget To Remember Me by Bee Gees
  • You’ve Got A Friend by Carole Kings
  • Goodbye Stranger by Supertramp
  • Happy Trails by Roy Rogers and Dale Evans

A Few Breakup Songs

While on the theme of goodbye songs, the following songs are worth a mention.

  • Goodbye Goodbye by Tegan and Sarah
  • Goodbye by Alanis Morissette
  • Careless Whisper by George Michael
  • Knocking On Heaven’s Door by Bob Dylan

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