Lyrics
The next time that you leave
The speaker anticipates another instance of the person leaving.
I'll throw everything you own
Expresses the speaker's frustration; threatening to discard the person's belongings.
So you'll have no reason,
The speaker desires to eliminate any reasons that might bring the person back.
No reason to return
Emphasizes the speaker's intent to make the departure final.
The next time that you leave
Reiterates the anticipation of the person leaving again.
I'll burn out my memories,
The speaker expresses a desire to erase memories associated with the person.
I don't need reminders,
Rejecting the need for reminders, signaling a desire to move on.
Remind me to forget
The speaker wants to forget the past and the memories associated with the person.
You are not a master
Asserts that the person is not in control; challenges their authority.
Maybe you have mastered
Suggests the person may excel in different relationships, but not with the speaker.
Different games that worked with others
Implies the person played games in previous relationships but not with the speaker.
But I am not the others,
Declares the speaker's uniqueness and refusal to conform to others' experiences.
You are just a bastard
A strong negative characterization of the person.
The next time that you leave
Reiterates the anticipation of the person leaving and learning to live without them.
I'll learn how to walk again
The speaker is determined to adapt and move forward after the departure.
Walking towards no future
Describes the path the speaker will take—towards an uncertain future.
Futureless but not for long
Despite the uncertainty, the speaker believes the future won't be without direction for long.
The next time that you leave
Anticipates the next departure and the emotional impact on the speaker's sleep.
I'll turn over in my sleep
Indicates a restless sleep and emotional turmoil caused by the person's absence.
None there beside me
Highlights the loneliness experienced during sleep without the person.
Besides the sides you've picked your side
Despite the absence, the person's influence is felt in the choices made by the speaker.
You are not the person
Expresses disappointment in the person's transformation and the impact on the speaker's expectations.
I expect to grow old with
Describes the person as someone the speaker no longer envisions growing old with.
But you have changed your colors
Notes a change in the person's behavior or values.
And I am not your colors
The speaker emphasizes their own individuality, distinct from the person's changing identity.
This has simply worsened
States that the situation has worsened over time.
The next time that you leave
Anticipates future departures and imagines different responses, including potential social activities.
Maybe I'll have loads of parties,
The speaker contemplates engaging in social activities after the person leaves.
Maybe I'll sit quietly
Suggests an alternative response, choosing solitude over socializing.
Maybe you won't know
Leaves the outcome open-ended, implying uncertainty about the speaker's future actions.
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