Why Goodbye

"Why Goodbye" is a song written by Richard [Leigh (songwriter)|Richard Leigh] and Mark Wright and recorded by American country music artist Steve Wariner. It was released in April 1984 as the third single from the album Midnight Fire. The song reached #12 on the Billboard Hot [Country Songs|Hot Country Singles & Tracks] chart.

Critical reception

A review in Cash Box was positive toward the song, stating that "The song utilizes harmonies to top off Wariner’s richer vocals. A ripping sax joins some bass rifts to give the tune an even better chance to crossover onto the A/C charts."