Lover

The Walters' song 'Lover' delves into the emotional turmoil of seeking genuine love and the nostalgia for simpler, more innocent times. The lyrics open with a poignant question about why the stars never shine in Los Angeles, a metaphor for the lack of genuine connection and authenticity in a city often associated with superficiality and broken dreams. The singer admits to giving their heart and trying to please everyone, only to be met with deceit, prompting a realization that it's time to move on and find someone new.

The chorus emphasizes the need for a lover to 'right my wrongs' and 'sing my songs,' highlighting a desire for a partner who can bring balance and harmony to the singer's life. This new love is also seen as a way to recapture the innocence and freedom of youth, a recurring theme throughout the song. The repetition of 'when I was young' underscores a longing for a time when life was less complicated and more genuine.

In the second verse, the singer continues to grapple with the disillusionment of their current life, responding to the same question about the stars with a resigned smile. This response signifies a deeper understanding that the life they are living is not meant for them. The need for a 'long drive up and down the coast' symbolizes a quest for freedom and a return to a more authentic self. The song's melancholic yet hopeful tone captures the universal struggle of finding true love and the desire to reconnect with one's true self.