It's about letting go of happy memories in order to find more.
reggae country funk pop
Story behind the song
I was watching a film - one of the actors spoke the words - the song was born.
Lyrics
You have to let go
I know, that you had everything
A warm and tender lover’s touch
The little things that meant so much, I know
But memories however sweet
Can’t sweep you off your feet
You have to let go
You have to let go
I know, you wouldn’t change a thing
So sure you’d do it all again
Each sunny day each drop of rain, I know
But memories however sweet
Can’t make your life complete
You have to let go
Look to the future
Smile at the past
Strive for what suits you
Living at last
Place life’s treasure safe in the sand
Take hold of what happens
Then let it slip from your hand
You have to let go
You have to let go
Some days will make you happy
Some days will make you sad
Some days will be special days
Like all the ones you had
(So) look to the future
Smile at the past
Strive for what suits you
Living at last
Place life’s treasure safe in the sand
Take hold of what happens
Then let it slip from your hand
You have to let go
You have to let go