Why Didn't I Call You
Unanswered Calls of Regret: Andrew Salgado's Melancholic Reflection
Lyrics
Didn't even wanna leave the house
Reluctant to leave home, possibly due to emotional distress.
Barely know her but I promised myself
Made a commitment to someone, despite not knowing them well.
Can't remember who I was before
Lost sense of self or identity before the relationship.
You're like a shadow that follows me – it seems endlessly
Describes the person as a constant presence, reminiscent of a shadow.
Cause everyone says time will help you see the light
Society suggests that time heals, but the pain persists.
But every time she moves I see you in her eyes
Seeing the past lover in the actions of someone new.
Everyone says faith will help you through the pain
Faith is expected to help, but the reminders of the past linger.
But everything she says reminds me of my promises
Words from the new person evoke memories of unfulfilled promises.
Why didn't I call you? - When I needed your help
Regret for not seeking support during difficult times.
Why didn't I call you? - On days I hated myself
Failed to reach out when self-hatred was overwhelming.
Why didn't I call you? - Just to wish you the best
Missed the opportunity to convey best wishes.
Why didn't I call you? - Cause I sure called everybody else
Prioritized others over the person in question.
Can't believe I'm even in this bar
Surprised to find oneself in a bar, perhaps as a coping mechanism.
Talking and drinking with a stranger now
Engaging with a stranger, possibly to fill the void.
Not even speaking but I nod my head
Non-verbal communication with a nod, longing for the absent person.
Cause I'm just wishing you were here instead – you never leave my bed
Desire for the absent person to be present, especially in bed.
Cause everyone says time will help you see the light
Reiteration of the belief that time heals, despite personal struggles.
But every time she moves I see you in her eyes
New connections evoke memories of the past relationship.
Everyone says faith will help you through the pain
Faith is insufficient to alleviate the persistent pain.
But everything she says reminds me of my promises
Words from the new person trigger memories of unkept promises.
Why didn't I call you? - When I needed your help
Expressing regret for not seeking help during challenging times.
Why didn't I call you? - On days I hated myself
Failed to reach out during moments of self-loathing.
Why didn't I call you? - Just to wish you the best
Missed the opportunity to convey positive wishes.
Why didn't I call you? - Cause I sure called everybody else
Prioritized others over the person, including seeking support elsewhere.
Why didn't I, Why didn't I, Why didn't I, Why didn't I call you
Repetition of the question, emphasizing the missed connection.
Cause everyone says time will help you see the light
Despite advice, time hasn't eased the pain of separation.
But every time she moves I see you in her eyes
Continued association of new experiences with the past lover.
Everyone says faith will help you through the pain
Faith remains insufficient to overcome the persistent pain.
But everything she says reminds me of my promises
New person's words trigger memories of unfulfilled promises.
Why didn't I call you? - When I needed your help
Expressing regret for not seeking help during tough times.
Why didn't I call you? - On days I hated myself
Failed to reach out during moments of self-hatred.
Why didn't I call you? - Just to wish you the best
Missed the chance to convey positive wishes.
Why didn't I call you? - Cause I sure called everybody else
Prioritized others over the person, seeking support elsewhere.
Why didn't I, Why didn't I, Why didn't I, Why didn't I call you
Repetition of the question, emphasizing the missed connection.
Why didn't I, Why didn't I, Why didn't I, Why didn't I call you
Continued emphasis on the missed connection.
Cuz I sure called everybody else – whoo -hoos
Concluding with regret for seeking solace in others but not the person.
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