On Your Side
Liam Finn Eliza Jane Lyrics

The lyrics to Liam Finn + Eliza Jane's song On Your Side paint a picture of a tumultuous and confusing relationship. The singer is deeply in love with their partner ("you're leaving me won't give me any reasons why"), but is struggling with their own mental health ("you make me wonder if I'm sane"). The line "gazing at the suitcase in which you hold your life" suggests a fear of abandonment and a feeling of powerlessness in the face of their partner's decisions.

Despite all of this, the singer is committed to their partner ("I'm on your side") and willing to do whatever it takes to help them. The lines "if I can't help you, oh won't you stop me there's no telling what I'll do" suggest a desperation and fear of losing their partner if they can't find a way to support them. The chorus also emphasizes this theme of loyalty and sticking together, even in difficult times ("I'm on your side / oh darling I'm so sick of hello and goodbye").

The second verse takes a more surreal turn, with the singer describing pulling petals off of geraniums in a flower shop and questioning their own ability to control their emotions. The lines "I'm afraid I will not let you leave / back and forth oh I'm not sure / keep trying till I do" suggest a struggle with attachment and a fear of losing their partner.

Overall, the lyrics to On Your Side explore themes of love, loyalty, mental health, and the fear of abandonment. The song suggests that even in the face of uncertainty and confusion, staying committed to one another and providing support can make all the difference.