Lark
Au Revoir Simone Lyrics

So
Beginning of the song, signifying a change in tone or mood from the previous one.

So long
It's been a long time since the situation or feeling described has been experienced.

So long ago
The feeling described dates back to a long time in the past, and things may have changed since then.

There wasn't anyone out there I thought I needed to know
When the person left the feeling in the past, they believed they didn't need anyone to be content.

But no more
However, things have changed from that state now, and they can no longer find peace within themselves.

When I find the day leave my mind in the evening just as the day before
Every day seems to blend into the next, with their feeling never changing, despite the changing times.

I saw the window was open
A tangible experience that represents a moment of realization or clarity.

The cool air
A momentary sensation that contrasts or balances out the previously mentioned realization.

I don't know what you saw there
Not knowing what others perceive in them, despite being aware of their own emotions.

Don't know what you saw in me
Confusion or doubt regarding the reasons behind the positive attention they receive from others.

Sometimes I want to be enough for you
The person feels the need to live up to someone else's expectations or desires, even if they may not be capable of doing so.

Don't ask
The person may not have the answer to why they feel this way or why they are unable to meet someone's expectations.

Know that it's understood
Despite not having an answer, there is a sense of empathy or connection with the other person in knowing that they may not fully understand either.

There's not enough of me
The person realizes that they may not be able to give what is being asked of them, and there are limitations to what they can offer.

I saw that something was broken
A realization that something is wrong or missing within themselves or in their surroundings.

I've crossed the line
The person may have pushed themselves too far or taken risks that have put them in an uncomfortable or difficult position.

I'll point you to a better time
Despite their own struggles, the person still has hope and wants to help others find a better path.

A safer place to be
The person wants to offer a sense of security or comfort to others, despite not always feeling that way themselves.

Sometimes I want to be enough for you
The repeated line emphasizes the ongoing struggle and desire to meet someone else's expectations, despite the difficulties that may arise.

Don't ask
The same sentiment from before, that the person may not have an answer or may not know how to fully articulate their feelings.

Know that it's done no good
Despite the person's efforts to meet someone else's expectations, they feel that it may ultimately be futile, and there may still be a sense of disappointment or dissatisfaction.