Fade
Goth Dad Lyrics

The lyrics of Goth Dad's song "Fade" seem to be about a strained and failing romantic relationship. The first few lines indicate that the singer's partner is speaking to them softly, which suggests an attempt to ease the tension between them. However, despite the softness of their partner's voice, the situation is still difficult and painful. The singer describes the emotional 'taste' that the situation has left in their mouth, and how it has torn them apart.

The next lines hint at a pattern of behaviour in which the singer finds solace in numbing themselves - perhaps with alcohol or drugs - in order to escape their problems. However, this only leads to a temporary relief, and the same problems continue to persist. The line "when you don't sleep, why would you sigh so loudly if I've done nothing wrong?" suggests that despite the softness of their partner's voice, the singer still feels like there is tension and blame in the air between them.

The rest of the lyrics continue to describe the breakdown of the relationship. The couple seems to be moving further apart, both physically (to each side of the bed) and emotionally. They keep replaying old arguments in their head, unable to move past them. Finally, the singer suggests that they should just let the relationship fade away, watching it disappear until there is nothing left.

Overall, the song seems to be a poignant and honest exploration of a relationship that is dying. The use of 'fade out' as a metaphor for their relationship's end is powerful and evocative, giving a sense of both beauty and melancholy to the situation. In the end, it seems like the singer is resigned to the fact that their relationship is over, and is simply waiting for it to disappear completely.