About the Song
“I Saw Her Again” is a poignant ballad by the iconic group, The Mamas & the Papas. Released in 1966, the song delves into the complexities of love, loss, and the enduring power of memory.
The harmonies of The Mamas & the Papas are as captivating as ever in this track. Their vocal blend creates a rich and emotive tapestry that perfectly complements the song’s melancholic tone. The gentle instrumentation, featuring acoustic guitar and soft percussion, further enhances the intimate and reflective atmosphere.
“I Saw Her Again” is a masterclass in storytelling through music. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a chance encounter with a past love, triggering a flood of bittersweet memories. The song explores the emotional turmoil of seeing someone who once held such significance in your life, and the bittersweet realization that things can never be the same.
It’s a track that resonates with anyone who has experienced the complexities of love and loss. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its universal themes and the timeless quality of The Mamas & the Papas’ music.
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Lyrics: “I Saw Her Again Last Night”
I saw her again last night,
And you know that I shouldn’t
Just string her along; it’s just not right
If I couldn’t I wouldn’t.
But what can I do; I’m lonely too.
And it makes me feel so good to know
She’ll never leave me.I’m in way over my head;
Now she thinks that I love her (yeah, yeah)
Because that’s what I said
Though I never think of her.
(No, no, never think of her)But what can I do? I’m lonely too.
And it makes me feel so good to know
(And it makes me feel so good to know…)
She’ll never leave me.Every time I see that girl,
You know I wanna lay down and die.
But I really need that girl
Though I’m living a lie;
(Though I’m living a lie…)
It makes me wanna cryI saw her again last night,
And you know that I shouldn’t
Just string her along; it’s just not right.
If I couldn’t then I wouldn’t,
But what can I do, I’m lonely too.
And it makes me feel so good to know
She’ll never leave me.
(to know…know)But what can I do? I’m lonely too.
Yeah, and it makes me feel so good to know
She’ll never leave me.Every time I see that girl,
You know I wanna lay down and die.
But I really need that girl
Though I’m living a lie
(Though I’m living a lie…)
It makes me wanna cry.I saw her…
I saw her again last night.
And you know that I shouldn’t (no, no)
Just string her along; it’s just not right.
If I couldn’t, I wouldn’t;
I’m in way over my head (you say…)
Now she thinks that I love her (yeah, yeah)
Because that’s what I said…