Someone Else

Sam Tompkins' song 'Someone Else' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the pain of loving someone who is in love with another. The opening lines, 'I'm goin' under / Can't stay afloat with all this pain,' set the tone for the song, highlighting the overwhelming sense of despair and helplessness. The protagonist acknowledges their love but is tormented by the realization that their feelings are not reciprocated, making it difficult to endure another summer of pretending everything is fine.

The chorus, 'You're in love with someone else who's in love with someone else,' underscores the cyclical nature of unrequited love and the futility of holding onto a relationship that is far from perfect. The repetition of this line emphasizes the protagonist's anguish and the endless loop of heartache they find themselves in. The lyrics also touch on the desire to change the past and erase the feelings that have caused so much pain, reflecting a common human wish to undo emotional suffering.

In the latter part of the song, the protagonist offers a shoulder to cry on, despite their own pain, showing a deep sense of care and selflessness. However, they also express a profound transformation, stating, 'You turned a boy into a man, now I hate the man I am.' This line reveals the internal conflict and growth that has come from this unrequited love, ultimately leading to a vow to never fall in love again. Sam Tompkins' heartfelt delivery and poignant lyrics make 'Someone Else' a powerful exploration of the complexities and heartache of unreciprocated love.