We Disappear

Jemma's song 'We Disappear' delves into the profound sense of loss and the inevitable fading of once-cherished moments and relationships. The lyrics paint a picture of a world where promises and dreams gradually dissolve, leaving behind a void that is both haunting and inescapable. The recurring theme of hearing 'voices in the air' suggests a lingering presence of the past, echoing memories that refuse to be forgotten but are simultaneously slipping away. This creates a poignant contrast between the desire to hold on and the reality of inevitable loss.

The song's chorus, with its repetition of 'I can see my world go dark,' underscores the emotional turmoil of trying to mend broken parts of oneself while witnessing the gradual disappearance of one's world. This darkness symbolizes not just the end of a relationship but also the internal struggle and the sense of helplessness that accompanies such a profound change. The imagery of 'broken parts' speaks to the fragmentation of the self, a common experience in the aftermath of loss, where one feels incomplete and struggles to find a sense of wholeness again.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring motif of unfulfilled potential and missed opportunities, as seen in lines like 'Every day I've been dreaming about our lives, Tomorrow never came.' This reflects a deep sense of regret and the pain of what could have been. The repetition of 'all the chases I can never know' and 'all the traces I can never wish' further emphasizes the theme of unattainable desires and the futility of chasing after what is already lost. Jemma's evocative lyrics and haunting melody combine to create a powerful narrative of loss, regret, and the struggle to move forward in the face of disappearing dreams and relationships.