Loose Garment

In 'Loose Garment,' Muna delves into the emotional aftermath of a fleeting summer romance that didn't survive the changing seasons. The song opens with a reflection on the inevitability of heartbreak, acknowledging the beauty and pain intertwined in the brief relationship. The imagery of taking oneself out to dinner and crying on the way home paints a vivid picture of self-care amidst sorrow, highlighting the personal journey of coping with loss.

The chorus introduces a powerful metaphor, comparing past sadness to a choker that once strangled the singer, now transformed into a loose garment. This shift signifies a profound change in how the artist experiences and manages their emotions. Instead of being suffocated by sadness, they now wear it lightly, allowing it to flow naturally. This transformation suggests a journey towards emotional resilience and acceptance, where pain is no longer a constricting force but a part of the human experience that can be embraced and released.

The second verse explores themes of self-blame and the futility of overanalyzing past relationships. The metaphor of shooting a second arrow into the hole where the first was emphasizes the self-inflicted nature of such pain. By deciding to 'keep the change' and feed the blame to the birds, the artist chooses to let go of guilt and regret. This act of breaking up the blame and feeding it to the birds by the river symbolizes a release and a return to nature, suggesting a cleansing and renewal process. Through 'Loose Garment,' Muna offers a poignant narrative of heartbreak, self-reflection, and ultimately, emotional liberation.