Song to Say Goodbye

"Song to Say Goodbye"
Single by Placebo
from the album Meds
Released	6 March 2006
Format	CD, 7" Vinyl
Genre	Alternative rock, post-punk revival, electronic rock
Length	3:36
Label	Virgin
Writer(s)	Steve Hewitt, Brian Molko and Stefan Olsdal
Producer(s)	Dimitri Tikovoi
Placebo singles chronology
"Because I Want You" (2006) "Song to Say Goodbye" (2006) "Infra-Red" (2006)

"Song to Say Goodbye" is the second single from Placebo's fifth studio album, Meds. It was produced by Dimitri Tikovoi. The first single, "Because I Want You" was only released in the United Kingdom, so elsewhere, "Song to Say Goodbye" is considered the first single from Meds. The song develops around piano notes that repeat throughout it.

There is a live version available of the song on the live EP Live at La Cigale.

The cover art features a blurred picture of vocalist, Brian Molko.

Music video

The original video portrays a mentally challenged father while his son (played by Field Cate) is trying to cope with his dad's condition. It could also be interpreted as a role-reversal between father and son. The video is written and directed by Philippe André.

Track listing

7"

• Side A - "Song to Say Goodbye" (Radio edit)
• Side B - "Because I Want You" (Ladytron remix)

Slimline Wallet CD

1. "Song to Say Goodbye" (Radio edit)
2. "Because I Want You" (Russell Lissack Bloc Party remix)

Maxi CD

1. "Song to Say Goodbye" (album version)
2. "36 Degrees" (Live from Wembley)
3. "Because I Want You" (Russell Lissack Bloc Party remix)
4. "Because I Want You" (Ladytron Club mix)

External links

• Lyrics of this song at MetroLyrics