About the Song
“Separate Ways” is a song recorded by Elvis Presley in 1972. It was released as a single and also included on his album of the same name, “Elvis: Separate Ways,” which was released in 1973.
The song was written by Red West, Richard Mainegra, and Elvis Presley himself. “Separate Ways” explores themes of heartbreak and the end of a relationship. Presley’s emotive vocals convey the pain and longing associated with the dissolution of love.
The single version of “Separate Ways” was coupled with “Always On My Mind” on the B-side. While it didn’t achieve the same level of commercial success as some of Presley’s earlier hits, it still garnered attention and remains a poignant piece in his discography.
“Separate Ways” reflects a more mature and introspective side of Elvis Presley’s music, as he continued to evolve as an artist throughout the 1970s. Despite the personal challenges he faced during this period, his talent and passion for music remained evident in performances like “Separate Ways.”
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Lyrics
I see a change is coming to our lives
It’s not the same as it used to be
And it’s not too late to realise our mistake
We’re just not right for each other
Love has slipped away left us only friends
We almost seem like strangers
All that’s left between us are the memories we shared
Of times we thought we cared for each other
There’s nothing left to do but go our separate ways
And pick up all the pieces left behind us
And maybe someday, somewhere along the way
Another love will find us
Some day when she’s older, maybe she will understand
Why her mom and dad are not together
The tears that she will cry when I have to say goodbye
Will tear at my heart forever
There’s nothing left to do but go our separate ways
And pick up all the pieces left behind us
And maybe someday, somewhere along the way
Another love will find us
There’s nothing left to do but go our separate ways