Closure

Vancouver Sleep Clinic's song 'Closure' delves into the emotional turmoil and uncertainty that accompanies the end of a relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with the possibility of losing their significant other, yet holding onto the hope that things can be mended. The opening lines, 'I might lose my mind in a place like this / I might take that risk,' set the stage for the emotional rollercoaster that follows. The protagonist is willing to brave the emotional 'fire' and take significant risks to rekindle the relationship, highlighting the intensity of their feelings.

The chorus, 'I don't wanna be over you / If I can make you mine,' underscores the central theme of the song: the reluctance to accept closure and the desire to fix what is broken. This sentiment is further emphasized with lines like 'I don't wanna take closure now / If I can fix tonight.' The protagonist is caught in a liminal space, torn between the need for closure and the hope for reconciliation. The repeated imagery of taking a dive and the uncertainty of sinking or swimming serves as a metaphor for the unpredictable nature of relationships and the risks involved in trying to salvage them.

The bridge of the song, 'Say that it's okay / I know that it isn’t,' captures the painful reality of the situation. Despite the protagonist's efforts to hold onto the relationship, there is an underlying acknowledgment that things may not be as they wish. The plea for honesty, 'Say it to my face / Tell me how I'm tripping,' reveals a deep need for clarity and truth, even if it is painful. The song concludes with a poignant declaration, 'I just need you,' encapsulating the raw vulnerability and longing that permeates the entire track. Vancouver Sleep Clinic masterfully combines emotive lyrics with haunting melodies to create a powerful exploration of love, loss, and the quest for closure.