Carrie is a song by the Swedish rock band Europe, written by lead singer Joey Tempest. It is one of the bands biggest hits, known for its emotive melody and lyrics about a painful farewell.
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When lights go down I see no reason for you to cry
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We've been thro' this before in every time in every season
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God knows I've tried so please don't ask for more
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Can't you see it in my eyes Well this might be our last goodbye
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Car rie car rie
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things they change my friend Car rie car rie
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maybe we'll meet again somewhere again
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I read your mind, with no intentions of being unkind,
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I wish I could explain It all takes time, a whole lot of patience
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If it's a crime, how come i feel no pain
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Can't you see it in my eyes This might be our last goodbye.
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Car rie car rie
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things they change my friend Car rie car rie
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maybe we'll meet again
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Can't you see it in my eyes Well this might be our last goodbye
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Car rie car rie
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things they change Carrie Carrie
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maybe we'll meet again somewhere out there If you find anything else of Europe or just wanna say something