When We’re High (Ossian Remix)

Song Meaning

LP's "When We're High (Ossian Remix)" isn't merely about intoxication; it’s a sonic exploration of transcendence found within a deep, perhaps obsessive, connection. The initial verses paint a picture of someone lost in their own head, seeking refuge from "the bars, the dives, the worst of vibes." This suggests a past mired in negativity, from which the subject attempts to escape through the intoxicating presence of another. The repeated desire to "get high" serves as both a literal and figurative yearning for escape, a desire to transcend the mundane through shared experience. It's a craving for the altered state where boundaries blur and anxieties dissipate, fueled by the overwhelming power of the other person. The pre-chorus lines, "I'd swallow the moon and the stars / To follow the beat of your heart," showcase a willingness to abandon all reason and self-preservation in pursuit of this euphoric state. The cyclical nature of the chorus, with its mantra-like repetition of "Let's get high, let's get high / Live until we die, yeah," underscores the addictive quality of this connection. It's not just about fleeting pleasure; it's about a lifestyle, a commitment to chasing the ultimate high together, even if it means flirting with self-destruction. The lines "Oh you and I, you and I / Let's just do it one more time, one more time / A million times" highlights the longing for this feeling to last forever. However, the seemingly nonsensical bridge introduces a layer of complexity. The references to Jimmy (Hendrix), a nod to the famous lyric "kiss the sky", combined with the cheeky "Go ahead and insert any random ass line," suggests a self-awareness, a wink at the artificiality of chasing highs. The song is not glorifying the lifestyle, but instead it's an exploration of the psychological drivers behind the pursuit of intense, often unsustainable, experiences. LP uses the metaphor of getting high to investigate the human need for escape, connection, and the blurred lines between love, obsession, and self-destruction. It ultimately portrays a state of mind where the line between euphoria and oblivion becomes dangerously thin.