At the End
The Id And The Kid Lyrics

The lyrics of The Id And The Kid's song At The End portray the sense of loneliness one feels when they are away from the one they love and how the promise of reunion can bring hope, even if deep down one knows it might end in separation. The opening line of the song - "Nothing to hold on to when you're alone, then you find each other" - emphasizes the importance of companionship and human connection in combating loneliness. The subsequent lines talk about a woman who receives the news of her loved one leaving in August, with a promise to write and the hope of reunion in November. However, the unanswered call reflects the fear of being alone and the hesitation of expressing vulnerability through communication. Yet, the singer tries to reassure themselves by saying that they are "alright" and miss their lover, but the words of affirmation that they hold on to are from a note sent long ago. They also acknowledge that the reunion in November might mark the end of their relationship, which ultimately brings a sense of finality and melancholy to the song.