Song Meaning
The lyrics paint a picture of a relationship teetering on the edge of a breakup, fueled by perceived slights and a refusal to communicate. The narrator directly addresses a partner, comparing them to the actress Mia Goth, implying a certain dramatic flair or perhaps an expectation of cool detachment that isn't being met. The core tension lies in the partner's reaction: instead of 'walk[ing] away, brush[ing] it off,' they're upset by the narrator's calls, leading to a stalemate where communication is shut down. This creates a frustrating dynamic where neither party seems willing to bridge the gap.
The narrator's own behavior mirrors this conflict, especially in the second chorus where they adopt the partner's perspective: 'You say you a star, Mia Goth... But you think it's not okay, for me to call.' This shift highlights a mutual misunderstanding and a tit-for-tat approach to the relationship's problems. The mention of 'February second, January flew by in a minute' suggests time is passing quickly, perhaps exacerbating the feeling of unresolved issues. The narrator's plea, 'DROPLETZ23, I hope you've been here since beginnin',' hints at a desire for a long-term connection that's now in jeopardy.
The most striking element is the narrator's self-comparison in the outro: 'Call me Mia Goth the way I'm shinin' like a pearl.' This is a bold assertion of self-worth, juxtaposed with a bizarre, dismissive insult ('If you think I'd text my ex you'd be a fucking squirrel'). It suggests the narrator is trying to project confidence and move on, even if it means a solitary dinner at Olive Garden. The final lines, '(Great, he's not here)
(Guess I'll just еat by myself),' underscore the lonely reality of their situation, a stark contrast to the 'shinin' like a pearl' persona they're trying to embody.