Lyrics
They're still in love with their ex
Expresses that the person the singer is involved with is still emotionally attached to their ex-partner.
And I'm not feeling my best
Indicates the singer's emotional state is not at its best.
This is a bad combination
Highlights the negative impact of the combination of the singer's emotional state and their partner's lingering feelings for the ex.
'Cause every time they're around
Suggests that the presence of the partner invokes a desire in the singer to make a special effort, possibly to impress or maintain the relationship.
I get all dolled up and gowned
Describes the singer getting dressed up and adorned when the partner is around.
Been seeing stars and carnations
Refers to the heightened romantic and dreamlike experiences with the partner, symbolized by stars and carnations.
'Cause I've been dreaming I might
Shares the singer's dream of escaping the current difficult situation.
Just up and bail on this plight
Suggests the possibility of the singer abandoning their challenging circumstances without notice.
And maybe go on vacation
Expresses a desire for a vacation or a break from the difficulties in the current relationship.
Pack up my shit in the dark
Describes the act of packing belongings in darkness, possibly to leave without being noticed.
And if the car doesn't start
Implies potential challenges in executing the escape plan, such as the car not starting.
It spares us both conversations
Suggests that the potential failure of the escape plan could spare both individuals from difficult conversations.
I take a train down the coast
Describes the singer taking a train along the coast, signifying a journey away from the current situation.
And disappear on a boat
Further emphasizes the escape plan, mentioning disappearing on a boat.
To live on berries and kiwis
Envisions a new life away from the current problems, living on simpler and healthier food like berries and kiwis.
Settle far from the snow
Expresses a desire to settle in a location far from the troubles associated with snow.
And when my skin starts to glow
Anticipates a positive change in the singer's appearance when living in a more favorable environment.
Won't worry 'bout it all peeling
Expresses a lack of concern about negative aspects, such as skin peeling, in the envisioned future.
I've got this feeling
Introduces a feeling, possibly a sense of longing or anticipation, related to the envisioned escape.
I may come back and close up someday
Suggests the possibility of the singer returning to close up or resolve unfinished matters someday.
Won't be all sappy and weepy
Indicates that the return won't be overly sentimental or emotional.
'Cause I'll be rested and warm
Describes the positive state the singer envisions after the escape, with rest and warmth.
Sand in my hair from the shore
Portrays the singer enjoying a relaxed and carefree life with physical evidence like sand in the hair from the shore.
My face looks flushed when they see me
Envisions a flushed face when encountering others, possibly reflecting newfound happiness or contentment.
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