Welcome home
How’s your summer been?
I heard you moved in with your boyfriend
In New York
What’s his name?
I heard he works downtown in finance
Is he just as good at romance
As we were?
Okay, enough
P.S. I hope you’re happy
I started acting out when you moved on
I tried to call you
To eliminate the distance
I cared about you once
And always will
And I tried my best
Cross my fingers for the rest
And I will find a way somehow
To be more than photos to you now
I blame myself
For when I was someone else
I might not get over this
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
What the hell?
I couldn’t help but check your phone
Who the fuck is Drew from home, anyway?
This vacation
You said going home was boring
Left out that part of the story on your way
I might deserve it
But I can’t take it
Maybe I should keep this to myself
‘Cause if I’m honest
My record’s less than flawless
You know that I get lonely when you’re gone
And I tried my best
Cross my fingers for the rest
And I will find a way somehow
To be more than photos to you now
I blame myself
For when I was someone else
I might not get over this
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
But I won’t be sad for the sake of it
Reflection and Moving Forward
“P.S. I Hope You’re Happy” by The Chainsmokers is a poignant exploration of post-breakup emotions, blending vulnerability with self-awareness. The lyrics capture the raw aftermath of a relationship, where curiosity about an ex’s new life collides with lingering feelings and regret. The narrator’s questions about their former partner’s new relationship reveal a mix of nostalgia and unresolved attachment, while lines like “I blame myself for when I was someone else” hint at personal growth and self-acknowledgment of past mistakes.
Letting Go Without Bitterness
The recurring statement, “But I won’t be sad for the sake of it,” is a powerful mantra of emotional resilience. It underlines the struggle to move on without succumbing to bitterness or self-pity. The track’s honest introspection and candid storytelling reflect universal themes of heartbreak, growth, and the challenge of letting go while wishing the best for someone you once loved.
Song Credits
Artist: The Chainsmokers
Songwriters: Andrew Taggart, Alex Pall, and collaborators
Release Year: 2022
Label: Disruptor Records, Columbia Records