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Don't Throw All The Good Things Away
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Aug 30, 2026 updated
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Needtobreathe's song "Don't Throw All The Good Things Away," featuring Natalie Hemby, is a reflective plea about holding onto what matters amid struggle and loss. The lyrics speak to the difficulty of understanding oneself and others, the pain of heartache, and the temptation to give up. The song urges listeners not to discard the good things in life, even when faced with conflict or weariness. It touches on themes of perseverance, family, and the fear of losing what is precious. The tone is earnest and contemplative, with a message that resonates with anyone feeling tired or overwhelmed.
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Hear me out
Why is it so hard to do?
All these years
To find out that I didn't know you
There is dust in the air
Blood on the road
There's a hole in my world
Where you used to go
Is it all in my head
Or are we really alone tonight?
No more heartache and hand-me-down pain
I know I'm a part of this war and this play
I'm tired now and I just gotta say
Don't spit on the grave while your family weeps
Don't throw all the good things away
Is it worth
Burning down every bridge
Go and search
For the one victory that you get
There's a boundary line that's covered in snow
It's cold and it's hard to know
Is it worth
Finding yourself all alone?
No more heartache and hand-me-down pain
I know I'm a part of this war and this play
I'm tired now and I just gotta say
Don't spit on the grave while your family weeps
Don't throw all the good things away
Now's no time to be
Giving up our history
This house is going up in flames
Am I something you would save?
No more heartache and hand-me-down pain
I know I'm a part of this war and this play
I'm tired now and I just gotta say
Don't spit on the grave while your family weeps
Don't throw all the good things away