Long Gone
Phum Viphurit Lyrics

The lyrics of Phum Viphurit's "Long Gone" evoke a sense of fleeting moments and the transience of human emotions. The opening lines of "hold on loose don't grip me so tight, I've got no wings to fly but this spirit's taking flight" suggest the singer has a desire for freedom but fears being held down. This may reflect a deeper yearning for emotional independence and the need to break free from bonds that are preventing one from achieving their potential. The dance that takes place in the town is an attempt to forget the present and enjoy the moment while it lasts. However, the singer realizes that all good things come to an end and that when morning comes, they will be "long gone".

The chorus repeats the phrase "long gone" and the singer shifts the focus from himself to the other person in the relationship, asking them to "grip me tight" and not let him go. The image of building a wall around the town suggests a desire to protect oneself from the outside world, but also represents a barrier between two people. The repeated phrase of "you'll be long gone" reflects the inevitability of change in relationships and the difficulty of committing to someone fully. The final line, "I'll be long gone," suggests a resignation to the impermanence of human connections.