George Michael - Careless Whisper (Lyrics)

Careless Whisper" by George Michael is a timeless ballad that captures the anguish of heartbreak and the weight of regret. The lyrics depict a narrator who admits to betraying their lover and facing the consequences of their actions. The haunting melody, combined with Michael's soulful vocals, evokes a sense of longing and sorrow, making it a classic anthem for anyone who has experienced the pain of lost love. The song's iconic saxophone riff further enhances its emotional depth, cementing its status as one of the most beloved and enduring tracks in pop music history.

Lyrics

I feel so unsure
As I take your hand and lead you to the dance floor
As the music dies, something in your eyes
Calls to mind a silver screen
And all its sad good-byes

I'm never gonna dance again
Guilty feet have got no rhythm
Though it's easy to pretend
I know you're not a fool

I should've known better than to cheat a friend
And waste the chance that I'd been given
So I'm never gonna dance again
The way I danced with you, oh

Time can never mend
The careless whispers of a good friend
To the heart and mind
Ignorance is kind
There's no comfort in the truth
Pain is all you'll find

I'm never gonna dance again
Guilty feet have got no rhythm
Though it's easy to pretend
I know you're not a fool

I should've known better than to cheat a friend (should've known better, yeah)
And waste the chance that I'd been given
So I'm never gonna dance again
The way I danced with you, oh

Never without your love

Tonight the music seems so loud
I wish that we could lose this crowd
Maybe it's better this way
We'd hurt each other with the things we'd want to say

We could have been so good together
We could have lived this dance forever
But now, who's gonna dance with me?
Please stay

And I'm never gonna dance again
Guilty feet have got no rhythm
Though it's easy to pretend
I know you're not a fool

I should've known better than to cheat a friend
And waste the chance that I'd been given
So I'm never gonna dance again
The way I danced with you, oh

now that you're gone
(Now that you're gone) was what I did so wrong, so wrong
That you had to leave me alone?

Source: LyricFind

Songwriters: Andrew J. Ridgeley / George Michael

Careless Whisper lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc