Goodbye Kiss

Lana Del Rey's 'Goodbye Kiss' is a poignant reflection on the end of a relationship that was seemingly doomed from the beginning. The song opens with a powerful image of parting with a 'goodbye kiss,' which sets a tone of finality and resignation. The mention of a broken wrist could symbolize the physical and emotional pain associated with the relationship, suggesting that the connection between the two individuals was intense but ultimately harmful.

The lyrics convey a sense of inevitability and acceptance of the relationship's demise. The repeated lines 'Maybe the days we had are gone, living in silence for too long' suggest a period of reflection and the realization that the silence between the couple has grown too profound to overcome. The absence of 'laughs' and 'photographs' indicates the loss of joy and memories that once defined their bond. The song's chorus emphasizes the futility of trying to save the relationship, with the protagonist acknowledging their own anger and the expectation to move on and fulfill traditional roles ('be the man I ought to').

The influence of 'rock and roll' is mentioned as having sent them 'insane,' which could be interpreted as the wild and possibly destructive lifestyle associated with the music scene contributing to their downfall. The repeated wish to 'meet again' suggests a lingering hope for reconciliation or at least a peaceful closure. Overall, 'Goodbye Kiss' is a lament for a lost love, tinged with the bittersweet hope for future redemption.