The Model
Justin & Vee Phương Lyrics

The song "The Model" by Justin & Vee Phương touches on themes of love, self-doubt, and the struggle to find one's true identity. The lyrics begin with a sense of uncertainty as the singer questions whether their love is genuine or merely a facade. This is illustrated by the line "Is my love a lie?" The next line, "I left her at the five and dime, flailing in the aisle," suggests a lack of commitment and an inability to fully invest in the relationship. The phrase "I guess that's just her style" reflects a resignation to the idea that this behavior is characteristic of the person being left behind.

The next verse introduces a dynamic involving two girls and one guy. The line "You better choose which one's right" implies that a decision needs to be made, but the singer admits to struggling with making good choices. The line "And good decisions take time" suggests a hesitation to commit and an understanding that hastily made decisions may lead to regret.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring theme of the singer's desire to be seen and understood. The repeated line "Try and focus on me, I'm the one you can't read" reflects a sense of frustration with the lack of understanding from others. The repetition of the line "It takes the life out of me" further emphasizes the toll this situation takes on the singer's emotional well-being.

In the chorus, the phrase "Rollin along, no role model" is repeated multiple times. This could be interpreted as a declaration of the singer's independence and refusal to conform to societal expectations of how one should behave or make choices. The repetition of this phrase reinforces the idea that the singer does not look up to or imitate anyone else's behavior.