"50 Ways to Say Goodbye" is a song by American pop rock band Train. It is the second single from their sixth studio album, California 37 and is the fifth track on the album. It is considered to be adult contemporary pop radio music. It was released in the United States on June 11, 2012. It is their most recent top 40 hit, peaking at number 20 on the Hot 100. It was certified gold by the RIAA on September 20, 2012. Although the song is called "50 Ways to Say Goodbye," the song only references 11 unique excuses.