Limbo

Lissom's song 'Limbo' delves into the complex and often tumultuous emotions that arise from a strained relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person caught in a state of emotional limbo, where feelings of love, betrayal, and confusion intermingle. The opening lines, 'Call it your bed / You cut me out instead,' suggest a sense of rejection and abandonment, setting the tone for the rest of the song. The repeated phrase 'And all the heart, it wakes' indicates a resurgence of emotions, perhaps after a period of numbness or denial.

The song's use of metaphors like 'Ghosted and deft' and 'Wild in your head' further emphasizes the chaotic and unpredictable nature of the relationship. The term 'ghosted' implies a sudden and unexplained disappearance, while 'deft' suggests a certain skillfulness in causing emotional pain. These lines highlight the confusion and hurt experienced by the narrator, who feels misled and misunderstood. The recurring theme of being 'pulled out' by the other person suggests a cycle of emotional manipulation, where the narrator is repeatedly drawn back into the relationship despite the pain it causes.

The final lines, 'Be in death / Or I'll cede instead / Be in death / And I'll see you there,' introduce a darker, more ominous tone. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the end of the relationship, where the narrator feels that only in the 'death' of the relationship can they find peace or resolution. The plea to 'Be afraid / Harm me / Be your best / Charm me' encapsulates the conflicting desires for both love and self-preservation. Ultimately, 'Limbo' captures the essence of being trapped in an emotional purgatory, where the lines between love and pain are blurred, and the path to healing remains uncertain.