About this song
“Everytime You Go Away” is a soulful ballad by Paul Young, released in 1985. Originally written by Daryl Hall of Hall & Oates, the song became a major hit for Young, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. The lyrics express heartache and longing, as the narrator struggles with the emotional impact of a loved one leaving.
Young’s smooth vocals and the song’s lush production made it a standout track of the 1980s, solidifying its place as one of his most memorable hits.