Somebody Else

Tom Odell's song 'Somebody Else' delves into the bittersweet emotions of seeing a former lover move on with someone new. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the narrator walking down the road and witnessing their ex driving past in another person's car. This moment triggers a cascade of thoughts and feelings, as the narrator imagines their ex potentially breaking another heart, just as theirs was broken. The act of blowing a kiss and feeling a light-headed sensation signifies a mix of nostalgia and lingering affection, highlighting the complexity of emotions that come with seeing someone you once loved with someone else.

The song continues to explore the theme of moving on, with the narrator wondering where their ex is and imagining them waking up in somebody else's arms. This imagery underscores the painful reality that their relationship didn't work out, and that their ex has found solace in another's love. The repeated notion of needing 'somebody else's love' suggests a sense of inadequacy and the realization that the love they offered wasn't enough to keep their partner.

In the final verses, the narrator shuts their eyes and calls out their ex's name, only to be met with the response that healing takes time. This interaction encapsulates the lingering connection and the slow, often painful process of moving on. The song's closing question, 'Ready?' leaves the listener with a sense of unresolved emotions and the ongoing journey of healing from a lost love. Tom Odell's poignant lyrics and emotive delivery capture the universal experience of heartache and the struggle to let go, making 'Somebody Else' a deeply relatable and touching song.