Engelbert Humperdinck's song "What Will I Write" revolves around the dilemma of how to communicate a painful message to someone you used to love. The narrator is struggling to find the right words to tell his partner that he no longer loves her. The lyrics explore the difficulty of breaking someone's heart while trying to be gentle. The narrator questions himself about what he should write on a piece of paper to convey his message effectively without causing too much pain. He acknowledges that words don't come easily when one is walking out the door, signifying his intention to end the relationship. The song reflects on the contrast between the enchanting words and promises of love that were once exchanged between the narrator and his partner during the initial stages of their relationship. Back then, their words felt like honey from his lips, and he eagerly anticipated their kisses. However, now that he no longer loves her, he wonders where those heartfelt words have gone. The narrator yearns for the right words, the ones that used to flow effortlessly, to help him express himself honestly without causing additional hurt. He recognizes that regardless of what he writes or how he delivers the message, it will still be painful for his partner. Through the emotional struggle of finding the right words, "What Will I Write" depicts the complex and heart-wrenching nature of ending a relationship and the difficulty in conveying such a profound change to a loved one.
