Chocolate Girl

Deacon Blue's song "Chocolate Girl" delves into the complexities of a relationship where emotional disconnect and misunderstanding are prevalent. The protagonist, Alan, is depicted as a man who is emotionally distant and analytical, unable to grasp the depth of his partner's feelings. He is described as someone who only thinks in numbers and prefers the safety of controlled environments, such as restaurants where the girls are fully covered. This highlights his discomfort with vulnerability and genuine emotional expression.

The metaphor of the 'chocolate girl' is central to the song, symbolizing the woman's fragility and the way she feels consumed and discarded by Alan. He calls her the chocolate girl because he believes she melts when he touches her, indicating his perception of her as someone who is easily influenced and emotionally malleable. However, from her perspective, being the chocolate girl means feeling broken up, swallowed, and wrapped in bits of silver, suggesting a sense of being used and discarded, much like a piece of chocolate.

Alan's inability to understand or connect with his partner's emotions leads him to seek solace in old flames and friends, further straining their relationship. His detachment and the way he trivializes her emotions by referring to her as the chocolate girl underscore the emotional chasm between them. The song poignantly captures the pain of being in a relationship where one partner feels undervalued and misunderstood, wrapped in a metaphor that is both sweet and sorrowful.