This Must Be My Exit

Oso Oso's song 'This Must Be My Exit' delves into the complexities of love, self-doubt, and the journey of self-discovery. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship where the protagonist feels both deeply connected and profoundly uncertain. The opening lines, 'Waking up to your voice, such a pretty noise / Couldn't believe you didn't wake up with some different boy,' set the stage for a narrative filled with insecurity and a sense of unworthiness. The protagonist feels like the 'last pick of all your draft picks,' highlighting a deep-seated fear of not being good enough.

The song explores the protagonist's longing for a love that is both simple and profound. Lines like 'I want a love where we stop going to church 'cause it's boring / And sleep in on all those Sunday mornings' suggest a desire for a relationship that is free from societal expectations and filled with intimate, mundane moments. However, this ideal is juxtaposed with the protagonist's constant self-doubt and overthinking, as seen in 'But I never really know what you're thinking about / And I know I'll never really figure it out.' This tension between longing for simplicity and being plagued by uncertainty is a central theme of the song.

The lyrics also touch on the protagonist's struggle with self-acceptance and the fear of vulnerability. The closing lines, 'I can't believe I thought I was safe / In my most crooked shape / Most vulnerable place,' reveal a moment of realization that despite seeking safety in the relationship, the protagonist was ultimately avoiding confronting their own insecurities. This journey of self-discovery is marked by a poignant acknowledgment of the need to face one's own flaws and fears. 'This Must Be My Exit' is a deeply introspective song that captures the bittersweet nature of love and the ongoing quest for self-understanding.