Say Goodbye (Chris Brown song)


"Say Goodbye" is a song recorded by American singer Chris Brown. Released on August 8, 2006, from his self-titled debut album, the song is also featured in the movie Step Up. It became Brown's third top-ten single on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number ten on October 31, 2006, and the second single of his career to top the R&B charts. The track was released as a single in the UK and US. It was his first single to not chart at all in the UK.

Composition

The song is written in the key of B minor in common time with a tempo of 115 beats per minute. Brown's vocals span from D4 to C10 in the song.

Music video

The song's music video was released July 26, 2006. It features a short clip of the track "Ain't No Way " at the beginning of the music video. It follows Chris Brown trying to break up with his girlfriend. He also finds a new love interest by the end of the video.

Critical reception

While reviewing Step Up OST, Heather Phares of Allmusic called this song "wistful" and noted that it gets the film's romantic angle across without interrupting the flow of the more danceable tracks.

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

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