Fix Somebody

New Rules' song 'Fix Somebody' delves into the emotional turmoil of being in a relationship where one partner constantly tries to change the other. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the frustration and alienation felt by the person who is being 'fixed.' The opening lines, 'You make me feel like a stranger / Can’t see myself in the mirror,' set the tone for the song, highlighting the loss of self-identity that comes from trying to meet someone else's expectations.

The chorus, 'You just wanna fix somebody / It ain’t really hard to tell / It’s written on your face you want me / Want me to be someone else,' underscores the central theme of the song. The repeated insistence that the protagonist needs saving, despite their own belief that they do not, reveals a deep disconnect in the relationship. This dynamic is further emphasized by the line, 'So if you wanna fix somebody / Maybe you should fix yourself,' suggesting that the desire to change others often stems from one's own unresolved issues.

The song also touches on the emotional exhaustion that comes from such a relationship. Lines like 'Tried to make, make you happy / You still take till I’m empty' and 'I can’t be who you want me to / Cos I’m not broken enough for you' highlight the one-sided effort and the impossibility of meeting unrealistic expectations. The repeated refrain of 'Fix yourself' serves as a powerful reminder that true change must come from within, and that attempting to 'fix' others is often a misguided effort to avoid facing one's own flaws.