Hello, it’s me
I was wondering if after all these years you’d like to meet
To go over everything
They say that time’s supposed to heal ya
But I ain’t done much healing
Hello, can you hear me?
I’m in California dreaming about who we used to be
When we were younger and free
I’ve forgotten how it felt before the world fell at our feet
There’s such a difference between us
And a million miles
Hello from the other side
I must’ve called a thousand times
To tell you I’m sorry for everything that I’ve done
But when I call, you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside
At least, I can say that I’ve tried
To tell you I’m sorry for breaking your heart
But it don’t matter. It clearly doesn’t tear you apart anymore
Hello, how are you?
It’s so typical of me to talk about myself. I’m sorry
I hope that you’re well
Did you ever make it out of that town where nothing ever happened?
It’s no secret that the both of us
Are running out of time
So hello from the other side
I must’ve called a thousand times
To tell you I’m sorry for everything that I’ve done
But when I call, you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside
At least, I can say that I’ve tried
To tell you I’m sorry for breaking your heart
But it don’t matter. It clearly doesn’t tear you apart anymore
Ooh, anymore
Ooh, anymore
Ooh, anymore
Anymore
So hello from the other side
I must’ve called a thousand times
To tell you I’m sorry for everything that I’ve done
But when I call, you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside
At least, I can say that I’ve tried
To tell you I’m sorry for breaking your heart
But it don’t matter. It clearly doesn’t tear you apart anymore
Longing Across the Distance
“Hello” by Sabrina Carpenter is a heartfelt reflection on lost connections and unresolved emotions. The lyrics capture a sense of nostalgia, regret, and vulnerability as the narrator reaches out across both emotional and literal distances. The repeated attempts to reconnect reveal a longing for closure and understanding, while the references to memories of youth and freedom emphasize what has been lost with time. Despite numerous apologies and efforts to mend the relationship, the other person remains out of reach, highlighting the pain of one-sided reconciliation.
Regret and Self-Reflection
The song also delves into themes of self-awareness, as the narrator acknowledges her tendency to focus on herself and expresses genuine concern for the other person’s well-being. The passage of time and the changes in both individuals are central motifs, underscoring the inevitability of change and the difficulty of healing old wounds.
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