From the recording 4 The Radio
"Days Go By" is an emotionally driven Americana rock ballad that reflects on the lasting impact of lost love and the memories that refuse to fade. Written by Michael Scott, the song follows the quiet moments when familiar places, old roads, and passing seasons bring someone from the past rushing back into the present.
With a powerful blend of vulnerability and determination, the song captures the ache of wondering what could have been while recognizing that life continues moving forward. Its heartfelt storytelling explores the tension between holding on and letting go, reminding listeners that although relationships may end, the emotions, lessons, and memories they leave behind become part of who we are.
At its heart, "Days Go By" is a song about heartbreak, reflection, and healing—a reminder that while time never stands still, love has a way of leaving its mark long after the days have passed.
Lyrics
Sometimes, I hear your name…
Whistlin out in the winds on the plains
Way out past that general store in Blaine
Every now and then, the sky opens up to cry…
That’s when it begins to rain down pain
Guess this is goodbye
So long, you’re never gon see me again,
I’m just a name
Holdin place in your memories,
(Chorus)
Driftin away,
Like a bright red sunset in the sky
Time goes by, empty bottle of ‘shine
I’m just a memory, livin rent free in your mind…
Another heartbreak, mistake you shoulda never made
But you can’t help wanna make again…
Instead, you just drink the ghost of me away…
A bad taste of Mid West Pain
Tear drops from Heaven, fallin down and spreadin cross the lake
I don’t know if I’ll ever fall in love again
You left a bad taste in my mouth for the last time….
Days Go Bye
(Bridge)
Takin the long way home, drivin past your street
Twistin and turnin dusty back roads and bag of green
Anything I think that brings you back to me
See your Mama’s porch light’s still blinkin,
that screen door still swingin and creekin
Don’t let me get caught late night creepin
I guess I just can’t help myself,
Can we go for one last ride tonight
(Verse 2)
Sometimes, I hear your name…
Whistlin out in the winds on the plains
Way out past the sand bar on the lake
Goodbye, you’re never gon see me again,
I’m just a mistake
Holdin’ place in your memories,
Every now and then, the sky opens up to cry…
That’s when it begins to rain down pain
Prayin’ for God, Throwin my hands up high
(Chorus)
Driftin’ away,
Like a bright red sunset in the sky
Spread across the lake
Time goes by, empty bottle of ‘shine
I’m just a memory, livin rent free in your mind…
Another heartbreak, mistake you shoulda never made
But you can’t help wanna make again…
Instead, you just drink the ghost of me away…
A bad taste of Mid West Pain, Tear drops from Heaven,
Fallin’ down on the Great Lakes
I don’t know if I’ll ever fall in love again
You left a bad taste in my mouth for the last time….
Days Go Bye
(Bridge 2)
Drunk as f… in my truck, headlights beamin’
Your momma’s on the porch with a shotgun screamin
I don’t think this is gonna bring you back to me
See that porch light is still blinkin,
that screen door still swingin and creekin
Messed around and got caught late night creepin
I guess I just can’t help myself,
Can we go for one last ride tonight
(Verse 3)
Sometimes, I hear your name…
Whistlin’ out in the winds on the plains
Way out past that general store in Blaine
Every now and then, the sky opens up to cry…
That’s when it begins to rain down pain
Guess this is goodbye
So long, you’re never gon see me again,
I’m just a name
Holdin’ place in your memories,
(Chorus)
Driftin’ away,
Like a bright red sunset in the sky
Time goes by, empty bottle of ‘shine
I’m just a memory, livin rent free in your mind…
Another heartbreak, mistake you shoulda never made
But you can’t help wanna make again…
Instead, you just drink the ghost of me away…
A bad taste of Mid West Pain
Tear drops from Heaven, fallin down and spreadin’ cross the lake
I don’t know if I’ll ever fall in love again
You left a bad taste, in my mouth for the last time….
Days Go Bye