Change My Mind

Alex G's 'Change My Mind' delves into the complex emotions of regret, longing, and the struggle to reconcile with past mistakes. The song opens with the narrator reflecting on lessons learned from a significant other, emphasizing the importance of emotional boundaries. This sets the stage for a journey into the narrator's mind, a place of introspection and escape from the present reality. The repetition of 'the time' underscores the cyclical nature of these thoughts, suggesting a continuous loop of reflection and regret.

The second verse reveals the narrator's struggle with living in the past, yearning for the days when their relationship was untainted by their perceived flaws. The line 'I wish you’d hold me like you would before you knew I was no good' poignantly captures the desire for unconditional acceptance and the pain of self-awareness. This verse highlights the internal conflict between wanting to reconnect and feeling unworthy of love.

The imagery in the third and fourth verses becomes more visceral, with references to blood and mental health. The narrator's desire to 'drain it out of you and drink it down and be blood too' symbolizes a deep yearning for unity and understanding, even at a cost. Similarly, the wish to 'lie there next to you and make you laugh like I used to' reflects a longing to restore the joy and connection that once existed. The closing lines, 'I’m going back but it’s not through time, don’t wake me up don’t change my mind,' encapsulate the narrator's resolve to remain in their mental sanctuary, avoiding the pain of the present and the uncertainty of the future.

'Change My Mind' is a haunting exploration of the human psyche, capturing the essence of regret, longing, and the desire for redemption. Alex G's poignant lyrics and evocative imagery invite listeners to reflect on their own experiences with love, loss, and the passage of time.