Lost On You

LP's 'Lost On You' is a poignant ballad that delves into the depths of love, loss, and the haunting question of whether the sacrifices made for a relationship were ever truly appreciated. The song's lyrics are a blend of introspection and a direct address to a former lover, asking if the emotional investments and the pain endured have any significance to them now that the relationship has ended. LP, known for her distinctive voice and emotive songwriting, captures a universal feeling of longing and the search for closure.

The opening lines set a reflective tone, pondering the passage of time and the inherent changes it brings to individuals and their relationships. The phrase 'all the danger we came from' suggests a shared history of overcoming obstacles, while 'burnin' like embers, fallin' tender' evokes the intensity and fragility of their past connection. The chorus, with its repeated question 'Is that lost on you?', is a powerful plea for recognition of the depth of the narrator's feelings and the value of what was shared between them. The metaphor of smoking, 'So smoke 'em if you got 'em, 'cause it's goin' down,' implies a sense of finality and resignation, as if to say, enjoy the last moments before everything ends.

The song's bridge, 'Wish that I could see the machinations,' expresses a desire to understand the inner workings of the other person's mind, highlighting the complexity of human emotions and the difficulty of fully grasping someone else's perspective. The repeated calls to 'raise a glass or two' to the things lost on the former lover serve as both a toast to the past and a bittersweet acknowledgment of what cannot be recovered. LP's 'Lost On You' resonates with anyone who has experienced the complexities of a deep relationship and the struggle to make sense of its end, leaving listeners with a lingering sense of empathy and reflection.