Discover the story of the song > I Won’t See You Tonight Part 1 – Avenged Sevenfold

The protagonist is feeling sad and alone, and decides to leave his loved ones behind. He talks about the darkness inside him and how he needs to set himself free, but he doesn't want his partner to blame herself for his decision. He asks her not to forget him while he's away, but also tells her not to follow him because everything will be alright. In the end, he says that there is no more life in his heart.