Crave You (feat. Giselle)

The song 'Crave You' by Flight Facilities, featuring Giselle, delves into the theme of unrequited love and the yearning for someone who remains emotionally unavailable. The lyrics express the protagonist's frustration and confusion over being unable to capture the attention and affection of the object of their desire, despite being admired by others. The repeated question 'Why can't you want me like the other boys do?' highlights the protagonist's desire for reciprocation and the pain of one-sided affection.

The metaphor of 'rehearsed steps on an empty stage' suggests a sense of going through the motions of attraction and courtship without the presence of a genuine connection or audience. The 'silver cage' represents the feeling of being trapped by one's own emotions, unable to escape the hold that the unattainable person has on their heart. The imagery of walking into a room 'dripping in gold' and the subsequent indifference of the desired person underscores the protagonist's feelings of worth and the sting of rejection.

The song's narrative also touches on the idea of the chase and the paradoxical increase in desire that can occur when someone plays hard to get. The protagonist recognizes the futility of the situation, yet admits to craving the person even more because of their aloofness. This internal conflict and the struggle to maintain self-respect in the face of unreturned affection resonate with listeners who have experienced similar emotional turmoil.