Obsessed

Miley Cyrus' song 'Obsessed' delves into the emotional turmoil of unrequited longing and the struggle to maintain control over one's feelings. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of sleepless nights and an incessant preoccupation with someone who occupies the singer's thoughts. The opening lines, 'Why do I just lie awake and think of you? I need some sleep,' immediately set the tone for the song, highlighting the internal conflict between the need for rest and the overpowering thoughts of the person she is obsessed with.

Throughout the song, Cyrus grapples with her emotions, questioning whether her intense feelings are a sign of love or something more troubling. The repeated refrain, 'Am I obsessed with you? I do my best not to want you, but I do all the time,' underscores the singer's awareness of her fixation and her futile attempts to suppress it. This internal struggle is further emphasized by her late-night phone call, driven by an 'aching pain' to hear the person's voice, despite knowing it's an inappropriate hour.

The song also touches on the loneliness and confusion that often accompany such intense emotions. Cyrus' apology for waking the person up and her questioning of whether her feelings are love or something else reflect a deep sense of vulnerability and uncertainty. The raw honesty in her lyrics resonates with anyone who has experienced the pain of unreciprocated affection, making 'Obsessed' a poignant exploration of the darker side of desire and emotional dependency.