Somebody (feat. Kimbra, Gotye, Fisher & Sante Sansone)

Chris Lake's song "Somebody (feat. Kimbra, Gotye, Fisher & Sante Sansone)" delves into the complex emotions that follow the end of a significant relationship. The lyrics poignantly capture the sense of addiction to sadness that often accompanies a breakup. The opening lines, "You can get addicted to a certain kind of sadness / Like resignation to the end, always the end," suggest a familiarity with the pain and a reluctant acceptance of the relationship's demise. This sets the tone for a narrative that explores the conflicting feelings of relief and sorrow that come with moving on from a past love.

The song also addresses the lingering resentment and confusion that can haunt someone after a breakup. The lines, "Now and then I think of all the times you screwed me over / But had me believing it was always something that I'd done," highlight the emotional manipulation and self-doubt that can plague a person long after the relationship has ended. This introspection is coupled with a desire to break free from the past, as expressed in, "But I don't wanna live that way / Reading into every word you say." The struggle to let go and the pain of being treated like a stranger by someone who once meant everything are central themes in the song.

The chorus, with its repeated refrain of "Now you're just somebody that I used to know," encapsulates the finality and emotional distance that comes with the end of a relationship. The sense of betrayal is palpable in the lines, "But you didn't have to cut me off / Make out like it never happened and that we were nothing." This stark portrayal of being discarded and the subsequent emotional fallout resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced a painful breakup. The song's haunting melody and evocative lyrics create a powerful narrative of love lost and the difficult journey towards healing and closure.