We Watched It All Come Down

Nina June's song 'We Watched It All Come Down' is a poignant exploration of the disintegration of a once-cherished relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that has turned into a source of sorrow and desolation. The opening lines, 'The home we're dreaming of / Became our house of gloom,' set the tone for the entire song, highlighting the stark contrast between the initial dreams and the current reality. The imagery of waiting for love in a 'stranger's room' suggests a sense of alienation and loss, as if the familiar has become foreign and unrecognizable.

The recurring motif of watching everything come down, as seen in the lines 'When the rain began to fall / We did not make a sound / The cold cracked up our walls / And we watched it all come down,' symbolizes the passive acceptance of the relationship's demise. The rain and cold serve as metaphors for the emotional distance and the inevitable collapse of their bond. The repetition of 'We watched it all come down' emphasizes the helplessness and resignation felt by both parties as they witness the end of their love.

In the latter part of the song, the lyrics shift to a more introspective and hopeful tone. The metaphor of breadcrumbs, 'If you go looking for the breadcrumbs / I'll make sure they're not washed away,' suggests a lingering hope for reconciliation. It implies that despite the current state of their relationship, there is still a path back to each other if they choose to follow it. This duality of despair and hope adds depth to the song, making it a relatable and emotionally resonant piece for anyone who has experienced the complexities of love and loss.