Wasted

The War On Drugs' song 'Wasted' delves into the complexities of emotional disconnection and the struggle to find meaning amidst chaos. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship strained by circumstances beyond control, where the protagonist acknowledges the inevitability of separation. The opening lines, 'I'm coming down again, across the yellow room / Our lives are disconnected much too soon,' set the tone for a narrative of longing and resignation. The yellow room could symbolize a place of past happiness now overshadowed by the impending end of the relationship.

Throughout the song, there's a recurring theme of internal conflict and the desire to escape. Lines like 'I need a dream, I can't escape / Got no place to run and hide' reflect a sense of entrapment and the yearning for a different reality. The protagonist's struggle is further emphasized by the metaphor of bees flying by like chaos, suggesting a mind buzzing with unresolved thoughts and emotions. The need for a kiss 'like a drifting morning mist' evokes a fleeting comfort in the midst of turmoil.

The chorus, 'I'm just wasted, but you're lost in London / Sometimes you just ain't getting enough,' highlights the disconnection between the two individuals. 'Wasted' here could imply both physical intoxication and emotional exhaustion, while 'lost in London' suggests a sense of being adrift in a vast, impersonal city. The song concludes with a desire for healing and self-discovery, as the protagonist expresses a wish to 'learn to fly / Under these romantic skies' and 'learn in time to heal.' This reflects a hope for personal growth and the ability to move forward despite the pain.