Every High Has a Come Down

Anarbor's song 'Every High Has a Come Down' delves into the tumultuous experience of a toxic relationship, where the highs are euphoric but inevitably lead to painful lows. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that is both intoxicating and destructive. The protagonist is caught in a cycle of addiction to their partner, who is described as a poison that is both alluring and damaging. The repeated references to being 'strung out' and 'paranoid' suggest a sense of helplessness and entrapment, as if the protagonist is unable to break free from the grip of this toxic love.

The chorus, with its haunting repetition of 'You’re inside of me, you’re messing up my everything,' underscores the deep emotional and psychological impact of the relationship. The partner's indifference ('You don’t care, you don’t care') adds to the sense of despair and betrayal. The line 'Your misery is looking for some company' suggests that the partner's own unhappiness is a driving force behind their destructive behavior, pulling the protagonist down with them. The metaphor of being 'in the clouds' when the partner came around highlights the initial euphoria and subsequent crash, encapsulating the song's central theme that every high has a come down.

The song also explores themes of control and manipulation, with the protagonist feeling like a puppet whose strings are being pulled by their partner. The imagery of walls caving in and being haunted by the partner's presence further emphasizes the suffocating nature of the relationship. Despite recognizing the toxicity, the protagonist admits to still being drawn to their partner, illustrating the powerful and often irrational nature of love and addiction. Anarbor's raw and emotive delivery of these lyrics adds to the song's impact, making it a poignant exploration of the darker side of love.