Lately It’s Always December

David Duchovny's song 'Lately It’s Always December' delves into the emotional landscape of a love lost and the lingering pain that follows. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship that has ended, leaving the protagonist in a state of perpetual winter, symbolized by the recurring theme of December. This month, often associated with cold and darkness, serves as a metaphor for the emotional chill and desolation the singer feels in the absence of their loved one.

The song's imagery is rich with metaphors and contrasts, such as 'Cow girls gaze and I sail now' and 'Gipsy ways and the sadways smile,' which evoke a sense of wandering and searching for something lost. The lines 'You have the answers, no matter they were wrong' and 'You have that come hither, go away but don’t be gone too long' reflect the confusion and mixed signals that often accompany a troubled relationship. The protagonist is caught in a cycle of longing and regret, unable to move on from the past.

Duchovny's lyrics also explore the theme of memory and its painful grip on the present. Phrases like 'Maybe you can remember, Baby you can dream' and 'It only hurts when I breathe' highlight the inescapable nature of these memories. The song suggests that the act of remembering is both a source of comfort and pain, as it keeps the lost love alive but also prevents healing. The repeated mention of December underscores the idea that time has stopped for the protagonist, trapping them in a never-ending winter of sorrow.

The song's melancholic tone is further emphasized by the recurring motif of darkness and cold, such as 'Cold blues stairs and all this' and 'Rainin' in the east town, it’s frozen up north.' These elements create a stark contrast to the warmth and light that love once brought, reinforcing the sense of loss and isolation. Duchovny's poignant lyrics and evocative imagery make 'Lately It’s Always December' a powerful exploration of heartache and the struggle to move forward after a significant loss.