Stranded
High Meadows Lyrics

The lyrics to High Meadows' song "Stranded" convey a sense of longing and uncertainty in a relationship. The singer is seeking reassurance from their partner, asking them to communicate any doubts they may have. They can sense that there is something weighing on their partner's mind, and this uncertainty is mirrored in their own thoughts and feelings. The mention of a halo forming around the image they have created in their mind suggests that they have put their partner on a pedestal and struggle to see them as flawed or unsure.

The chorus reveals the singer's struggle to accept their own reality. They describe almost reaching a point where they could deceive themselves into believing that everything is fine, just to avoid facing their own emotions and vulnerabilities. They yearn to escape into their own thoughts, where they can numb themselves and avoid feeling any pain. However, they can't find a convincing lie to tell themselves that they don't want their partner. Instead, they decide to wait for their partner to change their mind, indicating their deep desire for the relationship to succeed and their hope that their partner will eventually reciprocate their feelings.

The lyrics capture the complexity and emotional turmoil that can arise in relationships, where doubts and fears can cloud one's perception and create a need for reassurance and validation. It explores the internal battles we face when we try to protect ourselves from pain, but ultimately realize that we cannot deny our true feelings.