Ashes

In 'Ashes,' Harmless delves into the ephemeral and often painful nature of relationships. The song's lyrics convey a sense of impermanence and self-doubt, reflecting the artist's internal struggle with the idea of being a fleeting presence in someone else's life. The repeated lines, 'When I leave this I won't get a taste / Cause if I go, when I go, I'll leave without a trace,' suggest a fear of being forgotten or not leaving a lasting impact. This sentiment is further emphasized by the recurring phrase, 'I'll be a waste of your good time,' indicating a deep-seated insecurity about one's worth in the relationship.

The plea, 'Give me your eyes,' repeated multiple times, can be interpreted as a desperate request for genuine connection and understanding. Eyes are often seen as windows to the soul, and by asking for someone's eyes, the narrator is seeking a deeper, more meaningful bond. However, the subsequent lines, 'When you leave me, I'll be without a face / You're so wrong, you're so wrong, you breathe of everything,' highlight the inevitable end of this connection, leaving the narrator feeling faceless and insignificant.

Harmless uses vivid imagery and raw emotion to paint a picture of a relationship that is both intoxicating and doomed. The line, 'I'll wake you up at the start,' suggests a cycle of beginnings and endings, where the narrator is constantly trying to revive something that is destined to fade. The song captures the bittersweet reality of love and loss, making it a poignant reflection on the transient nature of human connections.