Beachwood Canyon
Sunlit Reflections: Nostalgia in Beachwood Canyon
Lyrics
Every now and then I miss when you were mine
Reflects nostalgia for a past relationship and missing the person the singer used to be with.
Something extra lonely bout the evening time
There's a heightened sense of loneliness during the evening, emphasizing the emotional void without the ex-partner.
And we had lots of problems, but I only
Despite having numerous issues in the relationship, the singer only dwells on them during brighter moments (when the sun shines).
think about those while the sun shines
The past relationship is reminisced about selectively during positive times.
I went through deleting your old messages
The act of deleting old messages is seen as a mix of self-punishment and a desire for cleanliness, possibly to move on or rid reminders of the past.
Call it masochism, call it cleanliness, and
Further explanation of the mixed emotions behind deleting messages - it's a blend of self-inflicted pain and a need for a clean slate.
I almost forgot how much you
Remembering the level of care the ex-partner once had, now seemingly forgotten or diminished.
Cared before you stopped
Highlighting the contrast between the past caring nature and the present lack thereof.
I was kind then I was not
Admitting to changing from being kind to becoming less so during the relationship's course.
Guess we both got what we got
Both parties in the relationship ended up with what they have now, possibly indicating they got what they deserved.
But I made good on my plans, man
Acknowledging personal achievements despite the relationship's turmoil.
Up in Beachwood Canyon
Specifically referencing the location where these personal successes were achieved - Beachwood Canyon.
New years of nineteen I couldn't help myself
An admission of past actions, possibly infidelity, during a New Year's celebration.
You were getting drunk while I kissed someone else
Reflects changes in relationship rules and the loss of focus on what felt right, leading to a disconnect between partners.
We changed the rules so many times and both lost sight
Describes confusion between forced actions and genuine feelings within the relationship.
Of what was feeling forced and what was feeling right
Reiteration of personal successes achieved despite relationship challenges, again in Beachwood Canyon.
But I made good on my plans, man
Imagining the ex-partner as a passerby, knowing less about their current life, indicating a fading interest in their present.
Up in Beachwood Canyon
Acknowledgment that the ex-partner deserves someone who appreciates their quirks and personality fully.
Some days I imagine you a passerby the
Admitting effort was made in the relationship despite not meeting expectations.
Less I know the better of your present life
Reiterating personal success despite relationship hardships, once again referencing Beachwood Canyon.
And you deserve someone who eats up
An acknowledgment of efforts made, possibly to make the relationship work, despite its failure.
All your cheesy dance moves
Reiteration of personal successes achieved despite relationship challenges, yet again in Beachwood Canyon.
I know you know I tried
Final reaffirmation of personal achievements despite the relationship's downfall, located in Beachwood Canyon.
But I made good on my plans, man
Repeating the location where personal successes were achieved, emphasizing its significance.
Up in Beachwood Canyon
Final repetition, underscoring the importance of Beachwood Canyon in marking personal growth.
Up in Beachwood Canyon
Reiteration of personal achievements in Beachwood Canyon, reinforcing its importance and impact on the singer's life.
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