Pluto's Last Comet

Tory Lanez's 'Pluto's Last Comet' delves into the complexities of unrequited love and the emotional turmoil that accompanies it. The song's protagonist is infatuated with a woman who is both captivating and elusive. Despite his deep feelings for her, she remains distant and unresponsive, leaving him in a state of longing and confusion. This dynamic is evident in lines like 'She's on my radar, a 747 / But when I spoke to her, I got no reply,' which metaphorically compares his intense focus on her to a high-flying aircraft, yet his attempts to connect fall flat.

The chorus, with its repetitive 'I feel it (feel), want it (want), need it (need), up on me (on),' underscores the protagonist's intense desire and emotional need for this woman. However, the repeated 'Du-du-du-du (driving me crazy) / Du-du-du-du (she won't be my lover)' highlights the frustration and madness that comes with his unreciprocated feelings. The woman is described as 'not nice' and someone who makes him 'think twice' about falling in love, yet he cannot help but be drawn to her, putting his 'love on ice' as a way to cope with the emotional distance.

The song also touches on the paradox of physical closeness and emotional distance. Despite the woman being 'under my covers,' she 'won't be my lover,' indicating a physical relationship that lacks emotional depth. This juxtaposition adds to the protagonist's internal conflict, as he grapples with the warmth of her presence and the coldness of her emotional unavailability. The repeated lines and the haunting melody create a sense of obsession and melancholy, capturing the essence of a love that is felt deeply but remains out of reach.