Please Don't Be

Hazlett's song 'Please Don't Be' is a poignant exploration of unrequited love and the emotional turmoil that accompanies it. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the fear that the object of their affection might be in love with someone else. The opening lines, 'Move like a typhoon, I'm just a flame / Smoky by nature, charmingly sane,' set the stage for a contrast between the overwhelming force of emotions and the individual's more subdued, introspective nature. This juxtaposition highlights the internal conflict and vulnerability that come with loving someone who may not reciprocate those feelings.

The repeated plea, 'Please don't be in love with someone else,' serves as the emotional core of the song. It captures the desperation and hope that coexist in the heart of someone who is deeply in love but uncertain of the other person's feelings. The imagery of 'golden empires' and 'queens burning sage' evokes a sense of grandeur and mysticism, suggesting that love is both a powerful and enigmatic force. The line 'Boys with their desires, hearts in a cage' further emphasizes the theme of emotional confinement and the struggle to break free from unfulfilled desires.

As the song progresses, the lyrics delve deeper into the complexities of love and loss. The verse 'Bury the answers, burn all the proof / Fly by my feelings, land on your Moon' suggests a willingness to abandon logic and reason in favor of following one's heart. However, the realization that 'If all is so damn fair why does somebody always lose?' underscores the inherent unfairness and pain that often accompany love. The final lines, 'Yes was the answer, love's not a game / If you're a contestant, he was the fame,' reveal a sense of resignation and acceptance. The protagonist acknowledges that their desires were a cage, and in letting go, they find a new sense of freedom and self-awareness.