{"id":"0c4b47da-00cb-4c97-be96-484aa43c1728","title":"Bad at Goodbyes","artist":"Dance-Pop Female Artist","album":"","year":2025,"genre":"Dance-Pop/Synth-Pop/Electropop","duration":"03:28","lyrics":"[Intro — airy synth pad, filtered beat building]\n\n[Verse 1]\nMet you in the doorway, neon on your skin\nSaid we’d keep it casual, but I kept falling in\nEvery little look you gave pulled me out my mind\nTried to play it cool but I was running out of time\n\n[Pre-Chorus]\nYou say you want space, but you’re holding my hand\nYou say you’re not sure, but you don't wanna end\nAnd I know I should leave, I know I should resist\nBut your gravity's pulling me into the mist\n\n[Chorus]\n(Explosive beat drops)\n’Cause I’m bad at goodbyes, bad at letting you go\nKeep telling my heart something we both know\nWe burn through the night like a city on fire\nI’m bad at goodbyes, guess I’m bad with desire\nBad at goodbyes… bad at goodbyes\n\n[Verse 2]\nDancing in the half-light, bodies close again\nSaid this was the last time — then we crossed the line again\nYour shadow on my shoulders, felt like déjà vu\nEvery time we walk away, we come back into the blue\n\n[Pre-Chorus]\nYou say you want space, but you’re holding my hand\nYou say you’re not sure, but you don't wanna end\nAnd I know I should leave, I know I should resist\nBut your gravity's pulling me into the mist\n\n[Chorus]\n’Cause I’m bad at goodbyes, bad at letting you go\nKeep telling my heart something we both know\nWe burn through the night like a city on fire\nI’m bad at goodbyes, guess I’m bad with desire\nBad at goodbyes… bad at goodbyes\n\n[Bridge]\n(Beat thins out, reverb-washed vocal)\nMaybe it’s the rhythm pulling us back in\nMaybe it’s the memory of your lips on my skin\nEvery time we end it, I rewind the night\nI don’t wanna lose you — even when it’s right\nLost in the moment, caught in the game\nKnowing that nothing will ever be the same\n\n[Final Chorus]\n(Full beat returns, stacked harmonies)\nI’m bad at goodbyes, bad at letting you go\nKeep telling my heart something we both know\nWe burn through the night like a city on fire\nI’m bad at goodbyes, guess I’m bad with desire\nBad at goodbyes… bad at goodbyes\n\n[Outro — vocal chops repeating “goodbyes”] (fades out)","notes":"Instrumentation: The core of the track is built upon a punchy, slightly distorted synth bassline, creating a driving four-on-the-floor groove. Bright, shimmering synth pads, sidechained for rhythmic pumping, provide the harmonic backdrop. Percussion includes layered snares, tight claps, and subtle hi-hat variations to maintain energy. Vocals should be crisp and clear, with syncopated phrasing adding rhythmic interest. Subtle vocal chop effects in the pre-chorus and layered harmonies in the chorus are crucial. The bridge features a dynamic drop, emphasizing the raw emotion, before building back into the final chorus. A bright, spacious reverb should be applied to the vocals to create atmosphere.\n\nArrangement: The intro establishes the mood with airy synth pads and a filtered beat building in intensity. The verses introduce the lyrical narrative with a slightly more subdued beat, allowing the vocal to take center stage. The pre-chorus builds tension with added percussion and vocal harmonies. The chorus explodes with a full beat and layered vocals, delivering the emotional core of the song. The bridge provides a moment of reflection with a thinned-out beat and reverb-soaked vocals, leading into a powerful final chorus. The outro gradually fades out, repeating 'Bad at goodbyes...' with layered vocal ad-libs, leaving a lingering sense of longing.\n\nMixing/Mastering: Pay close attention to the low-end frequencies to ensure a tight and punchy bassline. Vocals should be clear and upfront in the mix, but not overly harsh. Use compression and EQ judiciously to enhance the overall clarity and impact of the track. The mastering process should ensure the song is loud and competitive, without sacrificing dynamic range. Consider using a subtle mid/side EQ to widen the stereo image and create a more immersive listening experience.\n\nTempo/Mood: BPM should remain consistent to maintain danceability. The overall mood should be bittersweet, blending elements of longing, frustration, and desire. The use of bright synths and a driving beat creates an uplifting energy, while the lyrical content adds a touch of melancholy.","description":"A vibrant dance-pop anthem that delves into the addictive push-and-pull of a love-hate relationship. 'Bad at Goodbyes' captures the intoxicating conflict between craving independence and being irresistibly drawn back to a magnetic connection. The song underscores the frustrating cycle of knowing a relationship is unsustainable but being unable to sever the ties, driven by a blend of desire and habit. Shimmering synths, a pulsating beat, and a touch of melancholy create a bittersweet and danceable experience, perfect for a night out or a reflective moment on the dance floor. Think Robyn meets Dua Lipa with a dash of early 2000s Eurodance.","image_url":"https://v3b.fal.media/files/b/panda/AYP5T7a27tZ70i8DJgDRv.jpg","audio_url":"","created_at":"2025-11-15T15:36:37.939+00:00"}