Lyrics
Each day we’re closer
Parting will come,
It will be over
One of our lives done
Spent the years together
We can see and know
Can’t go on forever
Companions come and go
They all go
Eventually
I once knew a pair
She lost memory
Unbearable despair
Daily discovery
Will tragedy strike early?
Or will we grow old?
Will we think clearly?
Or daily be re-told?
We can’t know
Our destiny
How are we going to say good- bye
Our vows include a term
Till death do us part
The doctor will affirm
A stop to every heart
Tortured by this query
When, I can’t sleep
Wonder can she hear me
So qui-etly weep
We all go
Ephemerally
How are we going to say goodbye
From the unique perspective of a family medicine doctor, doctorvaughan delivers “Terminal (Hospice Song),” a powerful indie rock anthem about choosing a different path in the face of a terminal diagnosis. Inspired by his own patient encounters, this song is a vital conversation starter.
The narrative follows a patient who, after a shocking cancer diagnosis, partners with their physician to challenge the standard, aggressive treatment plan. Instead of undergoing dehumanizing, “soul-sucking” therapies that prolong life without improving its quality, the patient chooses a path of palliative care.
This song is a testament to the value of honest dialogue and personal choice. It’s a bittersweet reminder that the true goal of care shouldn’t be to merely extend life, but to ensure that the time one has left is meaningful and dignified. “Terminal (Hospice Song)” is already resonating deeply with audiences in intimate coffee shop performances, proving its message is both timely and universal.