Already Over

Sabrina Carpenter's song "Already Over" delves into the emotional complexities of a relationship that is on the brink of ending, yet is held together by lingering feelings and the need for closure. The lyrics paint a picture of two individuals who are caught in a cycle of breaking up and making up, recognizing that they might be better off as friends but unable to resist the pull towards each other. The repeated meetings 'same time here next weekend' suggest a pattern of behavior that they both find hard to break, even though they are aware it's probably not for the best.

The chorus of the song encapsulates the central conflict: the difficulty of moving on when one person is still seeking closure while the other seems to have already moved past the relationship. The line 'How am I supposed to close the door when I still need the closure?' highlights the struggle of wanting to end things definitively but feeling unable to do so without understanding or coming to terms with the reasons behind the relationship's demise. This internal battle is further complicated by the realization that the other person is 'already over' the relationship, leaving the speaker in a state of confusion and emotional limbo.

The song's bridge, 'After the aftermath, I know you'll be comin' back,' suggests a resignation to the inevitable pattern of their interactions. It's a recognition that despite the desire to move on, there is an expectation that this cycle will continue. Carpenter's portrayal of this dynamic is relatable to many who have experienced the push and pull of a relationship that's hard to leave behind, even when it's clear that it's over. The song resonates with the pain of wanting to hold on to something that has already slipped away, and the challenge of finding the strength to finally let go.