the mixed tape
Jack's Mannequin Feat. Mick Fleetwood Lyrics

This is morning
The beginning of a new day, a time to reflect on one's past actions and contemplate what has been given up.

It's when I spend the most time Thinking 'bout what I've given up
The early hours are when the singer spends the most time pondering and grieving over the things they have let go of.

This is a warning When you start the day Just to close the curtains You're thinking 'bout what I've given up
The singer feels that waking up and immediately shutting out the outside world is a warning sign of one's mental state, especially when it involves thinking about what they have lost.

Where are you now? As I'm swimming through this stereo I'm writing you a symphony of sound
The artist is writing a musical symphony in the form of a mixtape, searching for the whereabouts of the intended recipient, and wants to capture their attention through the mixtape's sound.

As we rearrange these songs again This mix could burn a hole in anyone
The artist has a feeling of anticipation as they reorder the songs to craft the perfect mixtape, which could have a profound impact on whoever listens to it.

It was you I was thinking of
Throughout the lyrics, the singer is focused on the person they are creating the mixtape for and expressing their feelings.

I read your letter The one you left when you broke into my house I'm retracing every step you made
The singer is reflecting on the memories of when they first met or had an important interaction with the person their mixtape is for, and is recalling every detail.

And you said you meant it There's a piece of me in Every single second of every single day But if its true to tell me how we got this way
The artist is questioning how their relationship has developed to its current point, and is looking for answers to understand how the mixtape's recipient feels about their connection.

I can't get to you And I can't get to you you you
The artist is expressing their frustration that they cannot physically connect with the mixtape's intended recipient, despite their efforts.

As I'm cutting through you track by track I swear to god this mix could sink the sun
The artist becomes more confident in their musical abilities as they create the mixtape, and feels that it could have a profound impact on the recipient, even to the extent of sinking the sun.

This is my mixed tape for her Its like I wrote every note with my own fingers
The singer emphasizes the personal connection in the mixtape and how significant it is to them and the intended recipient.

Where are you now?
The recurring phrase emphasizes the artist's search for the intended recipient and how important their connection is to them.