End Of May

Michael Bublé's 'End Of May' is a poignant exploration of loss, grief, and the passage of time. The song opens with a 'golden haze,' a metaphor for the blurred and surreal feeling that often accompanies the early stages of grief. The mention of 'another morning feels like yesterday' suggests a sense of stagnation, where days blend into one another, and the pain of loss remains ever-present. The 'end of May' signifies a specific time frame, perhaps marking an anniversary of the loss, adding a layer of melancholy as the singer reflects on the passage of time without their loved one.

The lyrics delve into the emotional turmoil of dealing with loss. The lines 'it doesn't help to make believe, you're sitting next to me' and 'it doesn't help, to make believe that you are right behind me' highlight the futility of denial and the struggle to accept reality. The singer's 'quiet rage' and the 'empty notebook page' symbolize the frustration and emptiness that often accompany grief. The desire to 'stop the pain from healing' reflects a common sentiment among those grieving, where the pain becomes a connection to the lost loved one, and letting go feels like a betrayal.

As the song progresses, there is a glimmer of hope with 'brighter days,' but the transient nature of these feelings is acknowledged with 'funny how the feeling never stays.' The realization that 'thinking about you is the icing on the cake' signifies that memories of the loved one, though painful, are cherished. The song concludes with a hypothetical future meeting, where the singer imagines a conversation filled with polite lies, underscoring the ongoing struggle to cope with loss. 'End Of May' is a heartfelt reflection on the enduring nature of grief and the complex emotions that come with it.