Always Too Late

Annie's song 'Always Too Late' delves into the emotional turmoil of waiting for someone who consistently disappoints. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship where one partner is perpetually late, both literally and metaphorically. The opening verse sets the tone with the protagonist expressing frustration over their partner's habitual tardiness. This recurring theme of waiting and disappointment is a powerful metaphor for unrequited love and emotional neglect.

The chorus amplifies the protagonist's feelings of frustration and betrayal. Phrases like 'I don't wanna wanna be no primadonna' and 'You're so tricky tricky' highlight the internal conflict between wanting to be understanding and feeling deceived. The repetition of 'Now it's too late' underscores the realization that the relationship has reached a breaking point. The protagonist is tired of the empty promises and the emotional toll it takes on them, as evidenced by lines like 'You stole my time and now it's... Now it's too late.'

The bridge and subsequent verses further explore the emotional landscape of the protagonist. The lines 'You didn't wait, What a mistake, Always too late' encapsulate the essence of the song. The protagonist acknowledges their own foolishness for continuing to wait for someone who doesn't care. The song's structure, with its repetitive and cyclical nature, mirrors the endless loop of hope and disappointment that defines the protagonist's experience. Annie's poignant lyrics and emotive delivery make 'Always Too Late' a relatable anthem for anyone who has ever felt undervalued in a relationship.