Heartless

Heart's song "Heartless" delves into the emotional turmoil and disillusionment that comes with a one-sided, unfeeling relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a woman who is deeply affected by a man who is emotionally unavailable and indifferent to her feelings. The doctor’s visits and her cries for help signify her desperation and the psychological toll the relationship has taken on her. The repeated visits to the doctor symbolize her search for healing and understanding, which she is unable to find in her partner.

The chorus emphasizes the man's heartlessness, highlighting his lack of control and his continuous sins in the name of rock and roll. This could be a metaphor for the reckless and hedonistic lifestyle often associated with rock stars, who may neglect emotional connections in favor of fleeting pleasures. The line "He never realized, the way love dies when you crucify its soul" suggests that his actions are slowly killing the love between them, as he remains oblivious to the damage he is causing.

In the later verses, the imagery of the penthouse room and the fire burning contrasts with the warmth of the shadows and the coldness of the man's heart. The woman, despite being physically close to him, is metaphorically a "pillar of sand," indicating her fragility and the transient nature of their relationship. The man's plan, which she fails to understand, likely involves using her without any genuine emotional investment. The song's repetition of the word "heartless" underscores the central theme of emotional detachment and the destructive impact it has on love and relationships.