"Funny How Love Goes" is a song performed by Phyllis Hyman in collaboration with Damon Harris. The lyrics of the song revolve around the complexities and challenges of love. Phyllis begins by expressing her regret of ever meeting the person she fell in love with, wishing she had never encountered them. Damon echoes this sentiment, wishing he had never seen their face. However, despite their wishes to forget each other, both Phyllis and Damon find it difficult to erase the memories of their time together. They reminisce about a time when they were deeply in love, eagerly looking forward to seeing and holding each other. Phyllis mentions that their relationship seemed everlasting, but suddenly things changed, leading to heartbreak and sadness. The mere mention of the person's name now brings only sadness and longing. As the song progresses, both Phyllis and Damon express their longing for each other. Phyllis feels a deep love for Damon that remains unchanged, even though they are apart. Damon acknowledges that he still loves Phyllis, but also recognizes that their pride and past experiences prevent them from reuniting. They both accept that rekindling their love would ultimately lead to the same painful outcome. The repetition of the line "Funny how love goes" reflects the unpredictable nature of love, how it can bring joy and fulfillment, but also heartache and regret. The song emphasizes the difficulty of moving on from a past love, despite the pain it may cause. Overall, "Funny How Love Goes" conveys the bittersweet emotions and challenges one may face in love, ultimately highlighting the unpredictable and complicated nature of romantic relationships.
