postcard from L.A.
Distance, Longing, and Unexpected Bonds: Oscar's Postcard Reflection
Lyrics
Hey, it's Oscar.
Introduction: Oscar identifies himself.
I just got your letter. I wasn't expecting it, it made me really happy.
Oscar expresses surprise and joy upon receiving a letter.
It's so strange, I still haven't come back, but I feel closer to you.
Despite not being physically present, Oscar feels emotionally close to the sender.
It's funny how strangers can become lovers in just a week or two.
Reflecting on the quick development of a romantic connection with a stranger.
Summer's here now in Paris and I guess it's almost impossible to breath, in this little apartment.
Oscar describes the stifling heat in his small student apartment in Paris during summer.
The kind you can afford when you're a student.
Highlighting the financial constraints of a student's lifestyle.
Summer's here and I'm not. But at least you got a new keychain hanging on your wall.
Although absent physically, Oscar notes a new keychain in the sender's space.
You wanna know how I feel, and I'll be honest with you, cause I've always been.
Oscar promises honesty when sharing his feelings.
It sometimes feels like I'm drowning, in a pool I drew for myself.
Expressing a sense of self-imposed difficulty or struggle.
I'm swimming in circles but there's no way to escape.
Feeling trapped and unable to find a way out of a challenging situation.
There's people around me, here, but no one really seem to care.
Oscar perceives a lack of genuine concern from those around him.
It's not like they could have helped, anyway.
Recognizing the limitations of external help in his current predicament.
I always loved being alone, but home always felt close.
Oscar paradoxically enjoys solitude but finds comfort in the idea of home.
Friends, family, you. It's not about the place, It's about who.
Stressing the importance of relationships over physical locations.
I could have told you about LA, palm trees and and sunny days.
Acknowledging the sender's potential interest in Los Angeles but realizing their deeper concern.
But I know it's not what you meant, when you wrote (me) is everything ok? .
Understanding the sender's question about well-being transcends a simple geographical update.
I miss you, and now that I'm writing this, even tomorrow feels too far away.
Expressing deep longing and impatience for the sender, even for the next day.
But guess what, I might just be back for your birthday.
Oscar hints at a possible return for the sender's birthday, injecting hope into the message.
Take care,
Closing the letter with a brief and caring farewell.
Oscar
Signature: Oscar concludes the letter with his name.
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