British Columbia
The Elected Lyrics

She says she's going back home.
The singer's friend is leaving their current place of residence to return to their hometown.

Hasn't seen her friends in a while.
The friend hasn't spent time with her friends in some time and is looking forward to reconnecting with them.

Plus British Columbia's real nice this time of year.
British Columbia is a pleasant place to visit during the current season, and the friend is drawn to its beauty.

And when she gets there she says that she'll phone.
Upon arriving in British Columbia, the friend informs the artist that they will contact them via phone.

May take a day or so.
The friend acknowledges that they may not immediately have the chance to contact the artist upon arrival.

It always takes longer than you think it will to settle in.
The friend notes that the process of settling back into their hometown may take a longer period of time than anticipated.

And she says:
The friend then says something else to the singer.

So if I leave on that plane,
The friend acknowledges the possibility of departing via plane.

Remember me by our good days.
The friend suggests that the artist hold on to positive memories of their time together.

And you don't have to but I'm going to wait.
The friend suggests that the artist does not have to wait for their return, but they themselves plan on doing so.

There's something wrong with the dog.
The friend brings up their pet dog and expresses concern over its current state of health.

She can't stop eating on herself.
The dog appears to be experiencing some sort of self-harming behavior, potentially indicating that the dog is anxious or stressed.

And the scabs that are under her fur,
The dog's behavior has resulted in visible marks on the animal's skin, hidden beneath its fur.

Mean that I've been away too long.
The friend interprets the dog's distress as a sign that they have been away from home for too long.

And I should really give her away
The friend acknowledges the possibility of giving the dog away to someone else who may be better equipped to care for it.

To a good heart, in a better place.
If the friend were to give the dog away, they hope it would go to a person or location where it would be well-cared-for.

I'm going to miss you when you go.
The artist expresses sadness over the idea of the friend leaving.

You'll do better than this home.
The singer believes that the friend will be better off in their hometown than in their current residence.

Someone to take you on walks, show you off.
The singer envisions a future owner for the dog who will properly exercise and care for it.

Before it's too late.
The artist is concerned that the dog's health may not improve and something will need to be done sooner rather than later.

At best you'll be blind and gray.
The artist envisions a future for the dog where it may become old and unhealthy.

A warm climate for your last days.
The artist imagines an ideal location for the dog's last days on earth, where it can be comfortable and at ease.

Should have never let her go,
In retrospect, the friend recognizes that giving the dog away was a mistake.

But you were always better alone.
The friend seems to be reflecting on their own perceived ability to handle being alone.

Some people never learn until it's too late.
The singer laments the fact that not everyone can recognize the error of their ways until it is too late.