I fell in love with Miley's new song, and just had to write a one shot. I've spent the last hour writing this. So, enjoy. Or don't. Just figured I'd post this: )
Goodbye
I can honestly say
You've been on my mind
Since I woke up today
I look at your photograph all the time
These memories come back to life
And I don't mind
“Joe, sound check in 5!”
“Yeah, coming,” Joe mumbled as he rolled out of bed. Yet another day of little sleep and long performances, with various photo shoots and interviews scattered throughout the day. Every day that passed seemed longer than the one before.
Not only was Joe juggling the life of a rock star, but he had just lost his girl. The one relationship he had felt comfortable enough to go public about. The one girl he could hold and know she wouldn’t leave. But he was wrong. Once again. And he tried to go on, heartbroken and torn, but it was hard. The wear and tear of the rode and a broken heart was too much for the pop star to bear.
I remember when we kissed
I still feel it on my lips
The time that you danced with me
With no music playing
I remember the simple things
I remember till I cry
But the one thing I wish I'd forget
The memory I wanna forget
Is goodbye
“Joe, come on!” Kevin yelled into the bathroom.
“I’m coming!” Joe yelled back, moody from his lack of sleep. He had spent the night dreaming about her again. He had gone 5 days without pulling out her picture, but gave in last night. He loved everything about her. Her smile, her hair, her laugh, her style. He knew he wouldn’t find another girl that perfect.
He couldn’t help but wonder why she left. She simply left a note:
Joe,
You’ve been so great to me. I don’t want to do this. But I’m sorry. I don’t think you can love me anymore.
Rebecca
He had already shredded the paper, not wanting to read it again. He tried to call, but she never answered. He had given up after a week. He was just left with the memories of them spending time together. He wondered what she thought.
Did she still have the ringtone he recorded for her? Did she care about his band anymore? Did she even care about him?
And most importantly, why did she really leave?
I woke up this morning
And played our song
And through my tears I sang along
I picked up the phone and then
Put it down
'Cause I know I'm wasting my time
And I don't mind
Kevin furiously knocked on Joe’s door. “Get out here, we’re going to be late!”
Normally Joe would be in a rush to leave, but over the past month he hated soundcheck. It was always the same, just with different lucky fans, all screaming whenever they made a single move.
He made his way out of his room, not caring what his hair looked like. He was famous- nobody cared what his hair was like, they always loved it. And today, that was good enough for Joe.
As he sat down in the car, he faintly heard their “A Little Bit Longer” CD playing in the background. Soon “Lovebug” came blasting through the speakers.
“Change it,” Joe said. He couldn’t hear that song- it was her favorite.
“No, I love this one,” Nick said, turning up and singing along. Joe rolled his eyes and looked out the window, but couldn’t help to mouth his lips along to the words. He pulled out his phone and scrolled down to her name, but pressed clear before he went any farther.
I remember when we kissed
I still feel it on my lips
The time that you danced with me
With no music playing
I remember the simple things
I remember till I cry
But the one thing I wish I'd forget
The memory I wanna forget
“Come on Joe, just act excited for once?” Kevin said as the boys prepared to go on stage for their show.
Like always, Joe put on his fake smile and went out on stage, giving a superb performance. No one would know how he was really feeling. They thought the tears during “Hello Beautiful” were just because of his how he feels towards his fans. And that the weak notes in “A Little Bit Longer” were from a different memory of a troubling time.
He tried to sing “LoveBug” to the best of his ability, managing to smile while he tap danced. But only because she always smiled at that part. And the memory wasn’t worth crying over. Instead he thought of the times they would sit, just watching the stars, comfortable in each others arms. Kevin had to bring him back to reality by starting to sing his verse. But the crowd didn’t seem to notice.
Once the boys got off stage, Joe sighed as he rested on the couch while the band celebrated a good show. He pulled out his cell phone and played around with it, listening to clips of ringtones or playing games.
Suddenly my cell phone's blowing up
With your ringtone
I hesitate but answer it anyway
You sound so alone
And I'm surprised to hear you say
While Joe played Pac-Man, the game was interrupted by a call, playing the ringtone he set just for her. He tried to talk himself out of pushing send, but couldn’t do it.
“Hello?” he said, hoping it wasn’t her.
“Um, hi, Joe.”
“Hey,” he said. He recognized that voice.
You remember when we kissed
You still feel it on your lips
The time that you danced with me
With no music playing
You remember the simple things
We talk till we cry
You said that your biggest regret
The one thing you wish I'd forget
Is saying goodbye
Saying goodbye
“I...I just wanted to tell you that I really am sorry that I ended it so quickly. We should’ve talked, but I didn’t give you that chance. And now...well, we’re really over. I know it was hard on you, but I didn’t feel the same as I used to. It was like we were too perfect, and that didn’t work,” she said.
“But-“ Joe started to say something, but she didn’t give him the chance.
“Joe, I know you’re hurt. I can see it in these pictures. And I’m sorry. But...I’ve moved on. And please, you should to.”
Before Joe could say a word, she had ended the call. Joe stared in disbelief at his cell, not really sure at what had just happened.
She may have been through, but it would take a lot longer for Joe. He still couldn’t believe how a heart could heal as fast as hers had. He wished he could do the same.
Goodbye.
