Lost in the Woods
Pete and the Pirates Lyrics

The lyrics of "Lost in the Woods" by Pete and the Pirates convey a sense of longing and desperation for a specific person. The singer expresses confusion and hurt, wondering why this person is constantly on their mind and in their heart. They seem to be falling apart, but suggest that maybe it's for the best, as it allows them to finally start something with this person. When they are lost in the woods, it feels good and they are grateful for that feeling. The reference to "doing things you like" implies that they are willing to do whatever it takes to win over or impress the person they desire.

The second verse starts with the unusual metaphor of "my guns smoke blue", which is difficult to interpret without further context. It could be an allusion to gunfights or smoking guns in Western films, but it is closer to a reference to fireworks, pointing out the visual representation of the smoke created by the combustion. The line "we'll form a shape for you" may hint at the idea of creating something beautiful, like a display of fireworks, in order to impress or win over the desired person. The singer then reiterates their affection, assuring the person that they do something right and betting on them, before the verse concludes with the enigmatic line about the gun smoke shaping itself for the person.

Overall, "Lost in the Woods" expresses a mixture of vulnerability, passion, and a desire to impress or win over the person that the singer is addressing. It is a song about the agony of unrequited love but the healing power of being lost in an immersive environment, one where their loneliness is temporarily forgotten.