Ghost

Adaline's song 'Ghost' delves into the haunting aftermath of a past relationship that continues to linger, affecting the present. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who is caught in an 'endless phase,' unable to move on from the emotional turmoil left behind. The metaphor of feeling a former lover's presence 'like a ghost' suggests that the memories and emotions are so strong that they overshadow current relationships. This haunting presence is described as 'breathing in me everywhere I go,' indicating that the past relationship is inescapable and omnipresent.

The chorus emphasizes the anticipation and waiting, highlighting the emotional limbo the narrator finds themselves in. The repetition of 'Keep me waiting anticipating' underscores the cyclical nature of their emotional state, trapped between hope and despair. The line 'Her hands are your hands wrapped around my throat' is particularly striking, suggesting that the new relationship is suffocating because it is overshadowed by the past. This metaphor of suffocation and entrapment vividly conveys the emotional struggle of trying to move on while still being haunted by previous love.

The song also touches on the idea of love being best experienced from a distance. The line 'You are best loved from afar' suggests that proximity only leads to more pain and scars. The plea to 'bury me to make it stop' and the warning 'don't come back to dig me up' reflect a desperate desire for closure and peace. Adaline's haunting vocals and the melancholic melody further amplify the song's themes of longing, regret, and the inescapable nature of past love. 'Ghost' is a poignant exploration of how past relationships can continue to affect us, even when we try to move on.