Fictional

Khloe Rose's song "Fictional" delves into the emotional journey of someone who has faced repeated disappointments in love. The lyrics open with the acknowledgment of a thrice-broken heart, setting the stage for a narrative of escapism and disillusionment. The protagonist of the song finds solace in the fictional worlds of television and books, where the characters represent an idealized form of love that seems unattainable in reality. This preference for fantasy over the real world is a coping mechanism to avoid the pain of heartbreak.

The chorus of the song captures the essence of this escapism, as the singer admits to falling in love with fictional characters who can't disappoint her the way real people have. The repeated letdowns by 'bad boys and the nice guys' have led to a weariness of giving more than she receives in relationships. The song suggests a deep-seated disillusionment with the dating scene and a reluctance to be vulnerable again. The reference to cliché romantic scenes, such as kissing in the rain, highlights the allure of these idealized moments that are so often missing in her own experiences.

The bridge of the song reinforces the theme of preferring dreams over reality, as the protagonist would rather imagine a perfect partner than face the potential rejection from another real-life relationship. The repetition of 'I'd rather keep on dreaming of someone I'll never meet' emphasizes the depth of her resignation. Khloe Rose's portrayal of this emotional retreat into fiction serves as a commentary on the impact of societal and media-influenced expectations of romance, and the personal toll it can take when reality falls short.