It's Only Right

Wallows' song 'It's Only Right' delves into the emotional turmoil of a relationship that is fraught with uncertainty and longing. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with the aftermath of a love that seems to be slipping away. The opening lines, 'New ways to spend all my time / Some's gone and some doesn't feel right,' suggest a sense of disorientation and the struggle to find a new normal after a significant change. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, which oscillates between moments of introspection and a yearning for clarity and connection.

The chorus, 'Why'd you waste all the time? / Back and forth in my mind,' captures the frustration and confusion that often accompany unresolved feelings. The repetition of these lines emphasizes the cyclical nature of doubt and the difficulty of moving on. The plea for honesty, 'Just take it back and tell me no / It's easier to be alone / Than to be lied to,' highlights the pain of deception and the preference for solitude over falsehood. This sentiment is further echoed in the lines, 'I hear you talk when you're not there / It comes at me from everywhere,' illustrating the haunting presence of the past relationship in the protagonist's mind.

Despite the heartache, there is a glimmer of hope and a desire for reconciliation. The lines, 'Can we go through the years? / Take you there every night / Say that it's only right,' express a longing to relive the good times and make things right. The recurring theme of being 'wide awake' and waiting for a sign of resolution underscores the restless anticipation for closure or a new beginning. Wallows' blend of introspective lyrics and emotive melodies creates a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the quest for emotional truth.