Because He's There, And He Hates Me

Midwest Pen Pals' song "Because He's There, And He Hates Me" delves into the complex emotions surrounding a fractured friendship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of nostalgia mixed with pain, as the narrator reflects on a relationship that has deteriorated over time. The opening lines, "I haven't seen you in awhile / How has it been? A while," set the tone for a conversation that is both awkward and filled with unresolved tension. The narrator's admission of not being okay, coupled with the indifference of the other person, highlights the emotional distance that has grown between them.

The song captures the essence of trying to rekindle a connection that is fundamentally broken. Lines like "I don't think this is too bad, maybe we can start again? / Wait, never-fucking-mind, you're still the same and so am I" reveal the fleeting hope of reconciliation, quickly dashed by the realization that neither party has changed. This back-and-forth struggle is a common theme in relationships where past hurts and unresolved issues linger, making genuine reconnection difficult.

Nostalgia plays a significant role in the song, as the narrator reminisces about shared experiences and the bond they once had. The mention of their mothers and the phrase "everything was so sixteen" evoke a time of youthful innocence and shared struggles. However, the final lines, "And although I still see you around, it’s just not the same," underscore the painful reality that some relationships cannot be mended, no matter how much one might wish otherwise. The song is a poignant exploration of the complexities of human connections, the passage of time, and the lingering impact of past relationships on our present selves.