WISH I HAD YOU

Ruel's song 'WISH I HAD YOU' delves deep into the emotional turmoil that follows a breakup. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with the aftermath of a relationship that once seemed promising. The opening lines, 'Oh, I belong to the way you see the world / Got attached to the way you saw me,' suggest a deep connection and admiration for the partner's perspective and the way they viewed the singer. This connection is further emphasized by the metaphor of 'dominoes,' indicating that their future was intricately planned and interconnected, but now there's 'too much space in between,' symbolizing the growing distance and disconnection.

The chorus reveals the singer's struggle to move on, despite the overwhelming sense of loss. The lines 'So I'll try and do it on my own / But only 'cause I have to' highlight the forced independence and the facade of having fun, even when the opposite is true. This duality of pretending to be okay while internally suffering is a common theme in post-breakup scenarios, making the song relatable to many who have experienced similar heartache.

The second verse adds another layer of pain, with the singer recalling a moment when their ex-partner asked if they could still be friends. This question is perceived as a 'cruel way to say you're happy,' indicating that the partner had emotionally moved on even before the physical separation. The lingering question, 'Just tell me was your heart ever breakin'?' underscores the singer's confusion and hurt, wondering if the relationship ever meant as much to the partner as it did to them. The repeated refrain of 'God, I wish I had you' encapsulates the longing and the difficulty of letting go, making 'WISH I HAD YOU' a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the struggle to move forward.