Supernova

Ansel Elgort's 'Supernova' is a poignant exploration of emotional turmoil and unrequited love, set against the backdrop of a cosmic metaphor. The song begins with a reference to Atlas, the Greek Titan condemned to hold up the sky, which immediately sets a tone of burden and struggle. Elgort describes feeling overwhelmed and under pressure, possibly by the expectations and demands of a relationship or life itself.

The chorus of 'Supernova' reveals the heart of the song's narrative. Elgort sings about meeting someone in California and learning that their love belongs to another person in Georgia. The contrast between the 'heart in the ground' and his 'heart in the sky supernova' suggests a dichotomy between the hopelessness he perceives in his love interest and the explosive, overwhelming nature of his own feelings. The supernova, a star that suddenly increases greatly in brightness because of a catastrophic explosion, serves as a powerful metaphor for his soaring emotions amidst the collapse of his romantic hopes.

Throughout the song, Elgort grapples with his internal conflicts and the pain of unfulfilled desires. He mentions going through phases and feeling lost in mazes, indicating a period of confusion and searching. The recurring imagery of waking up 'drenched in sweat' and seeing red conveys a sense of anxiety and anger, possibly directed at the situation or at himself for his inability to move on. The song captures the essence of heartbreak, where one's emotions can feel as vast and intense as a supernova, yet ultimately lead to a sense of isolation and disillusionment.