True Lovers

Holy Holy's song 'True Lovers' delves into the poignant theme of unfulfilled love, exploring the idea of two people who could have been perfect for each other if only circumstances had been different. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that is thwarted by timing and external factors, creating a sense of longing and what-ifs. The repeated refrain of 'True lovers, in a different time, a different place' underscores the central theme of missed opportunities and the heartache that comes with it.

The narrative of the song follows the protagonist's internal struggle as they encounter someone they feel a deep connection with, only to realize that this person is already with someone else. The lyrics 'You caught me looking and you know I couldn't look away' and 'You arrived on the arm of another' highlight the immediate and intense attraction, as well as the painful reality of the situation. The protagonist's attempts to avoid the person, only to be drawn back to them, further emphasize the magnetic pull of this unfulfilled love.

The song also touches on the emotional barriers that keep the lovers apart, specifically the 'feelings of the ones we loved.' This suggests that their existing relationships and the emotions tied to them are the primary obstacles preventing them from being together. The imagery of 'freezing on the outside, dreaming on the inside' captures the internal conflict and the cold reality of their situation versus the warmth of their dreams and desires. Holy Holy's melancholic yet hopeful tone in 'True Lovers' resonates with anyone who has experienced the pain of a love that could have been, but never was.