Worry

Jack Garratt's song 'Worry' delves into the emotional turmoil and loneliness that follow a significant relationship's end. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of sleepless nights and the haunting presence of a past lover. The opening lines, 'My nights are broken up by the sounds of women I’ll never meet,' suggest a sense of disconnection and longing. This feeling is further emphasized by the imagery of feeling someone’s gaze even when they are not physically present, highlighting the lingering impact of the relationship on the narrator's psyche.

The chorus, 'Pick apart the pieces you left / Don’t you worry about it, don’t you worry about it,' serves as a poignant reminder of the struggle to move on. The repetition of 'don’t you worry about it' can be seen as a form of self-reassurance or an attempt to convince the other person to let go of their own guilt or concerns. The narrator takes on the burden of worry, suggesting a deep sense of responsibility and perhaps a desire to shield the other person from further pain.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring theme of duality and incompleteness. Lines like 'As if this moon of ours only shines a half to make me feel whole' and 'The right side of my bed has always / Left me feeling stuck in between' reflect the narrator's internal conflict and the sense of being caught between past and present. The song's repetitive structure and haunting melody underscore the cyclical nature of these emotions, making 'Worry' a powerful exploration of heartache, responsibility, and the struggle to find peace in the aftermath of a breakup.