Last Christmas
Remi Wolf Lyrics

These lyrics tell the story of someone reflecting on a past relationship that ended around Christmas time. The singer gave their heart to their partner last Christmas, but the very next day, their partner ended the relationship. This year, in order to protect themselves from experiencing the pain and sadness again, they have decided to give their heart to someone special instead.

The mention of being "once bitten and twice shy" suggests that the singer has been hurt in relationships before and is now cautious about getting too close to someone. Despite keeping their distance, they still can't help but notice their ex, questioning whether their ex even recognizes them after a year. The line "No, it doesn't surprise me" indicates that the singer may have expected their ex to move on quickly.

The chorus repeats the idea of giving their heart away last Christmas and wanting to avoid tears this year by giving it to someone special. It reflects the singer's desire to find a new love and move on from the pain of the previous relationship. However, there is a sense of vulnerability in the line "But if you kissed me now, I know you'd fool me again," suggesting that they still have feelings for their ex and might fall back into their trap.

The second verse highlights the singer's feelings of disappointment and foolishness after realizing that their ex didn't truly love them. They confess to wrapping up their heart and sending it with a note expressing their love, only to realize that they have been naive. The mention of being a "fool" indicates that the singer feels regret for falling for their ex's false promises. They acknowledge that if their ex were to kiss them now, they would be easily deceived once more.

The bridge paints a picture of the singer in a crowded room, feeling a sense of discomfort and hiding from their ex, whom they describe as having a "soul of ice." They reflect on how they used to rely on their ex, believing that they were someone dependable, but now they realize that they were merely a shoulder to cry on. This realization leads them to find a "real love" and vow to never be fooled by their ex again.

In the final chorus, the singer reiterates the past events of giving their heart to their ex, only to have it given away in return. They affirm their decision to give it to someone special this year, emphasizing the importance of finding someone who will truly appreciate and cherish their love. The mention of sitting at home with a glass of wine suggests a longing for solitude and self-care, possibly indicating a period of healing and reflection in the singer's life.