Next Best Thing

Endeverafter's song 'Next Best Thing' delves into the emotional turmoil of longing and the struggle to cope with the absence of a loved one. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who finds solace in dreams, where they can be with the person they miss. The opening lines, 'Lying beside you in a dream / and I guess I'm okay / whatever that means,' suggest a sense of ambiguity and confusion about their emotional state. The protagonist is caught in a cycle of restless nights, eagerly awaiting sleep as it offers a temporary escape from their reality.

The chorus, 'and it's the same song, I wanna feel something / when I'm tangled inside of your arms / and I will take any high now just to get me through / it's the next best thing to you,' highlights the desperation to feel connected and the lengths they are willing to go to achieve that feeling. The use of 'any high' metaphorically represents various coping mechanisms, whether emotional or physical, that serve as substitutes for the genuine connection they crave. This reflects a common human experience of seeking temporary relief from emotional pain.

As the song progresses, the lyrics 'dying to find what this means / but I just can't face reality' reveal the protagonist's internal conflict. They are aware of their need to understand their feelings but are simultaneously unable to confront the harshness of their situation. The repeated theme of being 'in too deep' and the struggle to 'ever fall asleep' underscores the depth of their emotional entanglement and the difficulty of moving on. Ultimately, 'Next Best Thing' captures the essence of yearning and the complex emotions that come with missing someone deeply.