i don't see you
Sophie Cates Lyrics

Thought back to the little black dress
Reflecting on a moment tied to a symbol of allure and nostalgia, a reminder of connection to the past.

That you didn’t want me to know
Recollection of secrets kept, indicating a lack of transparency in the relationship.

I believed when you said you were clean,
Demonstrating trust placed in someone, believing in their assurances of sobriety and honesty.

but there was coke in the back of the drawer
The shocking discovery of hidden substances, representing betrayal and the undermining of trust.

Silence and another bad fight till I’m crying “can’t we just go home?”
Describing a tense standoff leading to emotional exhaustion, longing for comfort and resolution amidst chaos.

My last time in our pretty green house
Signifying the end of an era, with the house representing shared memories now tainted by conflict.

And collapsing on the side of the road
Imagery of vulnerability and defeat, emphasizing the emotional toll of the relationship.

Now I don’t see you
Expressing a conscious shift in perception, moving from constant presence to absence.

I don’t see it anymore
Indicating a change in how past experiences are viewed, no longer perceiving the same significance.

How I used to
A reflection on how the past once defined feelings and perspectives, now altered.

Think I finally found the cure
Believing in a resolution or solution to emotional pain that has since proven elusive.

For my anger and my
Identifying core emotions and struggles that were hoped to be resolved, showing vulnerability.

Stolen years, stolen pride
Acknowledging the toll the relationship took, where time and self-esteem were compromised.

I don’t see you
Reiterating the emotional distance achieved, signaling acceptance of the separation.

How I used to anymore
Acknowledging the profound change in feelings, indicating a significant break from previous attachments.

Last night I was walking alone
Emphasizing solitude and independence, a shift from shared experiences to solitary reflections.

And I saw your blue car at the light
Recognition of a former presence, stirring memories and emotions tied to the past.

I sighed and I thought
Expressing a release of built-up emotions, contemplating the impact of that encounter.

“thank god im not
Feeling relief for escaping a negative state or situation associated with the past.

Riding in the passenger side
Realizing independence from a controlling or troubling dynamic, reclaiming agency.

Headphones, I was humming a song
Finding solace in music as a personal refuge, a stark contrast to past shared moments.

That you definitely wouldn’t have liked
Acknowledging differing tastes and personalities, reinforcing a sense of individuality.

Then I turned around, and I turned it up
Embracing self-empowerment and enjoyment, signaling a reclaiming of joy and spirit.

And it wasn’t even out of spite
Not acting out of revenge, but rather from genuine enjoyment of independence.

Now I don’t see you
Reiterating the emotional detachment and closure achieved, marking a finality in the relationship.

I don’t see it anymore
Further emphasizing a shift in viewpoint, excluding past feelings from current reality.

How I used to
Reflecting on the narrative of the past, shedding light on personal transformation.

Think I finally found the cure
Acknowledging a past belief in a solution that is no longer present, indicating growth.

For my anger and my
Continuing to address unresolved feelings, but now with a sense of resolution.

Stolen years, stolen pride
Recognizing the lasting impact of the relationship on personal growth and self-worth.

I don’t see you
Affirming the emotional distancing, a sense of liberation from past ties.

How I used to anymore
Finalizing the narrative of change, indicating an evolved perspective on loss and healing.

I don’t see you
Revisiting emotional separation, emphasizing how distance brings clarity.

Even when I’m sleeping lately
Indicating a peace in subconscious thoughts, free from the burden of memories.

And I don’t think bout
A conscious effort to release fixation on old grievances, signaling healing.

All the ways that you made me hate me
Recognizing the toxic impact on self-image, but moving past it towards self-acceptance.

I don’t see you
Reaffirming emotional distance and a firm boundary set against past influences.

Around here anymore, im not angry
Indicating completion of a cycle of anger, signifying emotional liberation.

And you don’t know how
Expressing the unawareness of the other person regarding the depth of transformation.

Little I think about you lately
Emphasizing significant emotional detachment, revealing growth in self-focus.

Now I don’t see you
Culminating the journey of detachment, signifying complete emotional release.

I don’t see it anymore
Final confirmation of how perceptions have changed, acknowledging personal growth.

How I used to
Looking back at former feelings, showing the stark contrast to newfound clarity.

Think I finally found the cure
Recalling a time of misguided hope, but realizing true healing lies within oneself.

For my anger and my
Recognizing past emotional struggles, now viewed through a different lens.

Stolen years, stolen pride
Reiterating the losses experienced but also highlighting the strength gained in overcoming them.

I don’t see you
Affirmation of emotional independence, illustrating a clear boundary set against the past.

How I used to anymore
Emphasizing the completion of an emotional journey, showcasing resilience and recovery.