Forever

HAIM's song 'Forever' delves into the complexities of a relationship that is teetering on the edge. The lyrics reflect a sense of longing and frustration as the narrator grapples with the challenges of staying together. The opening lines, 'Hey you! Remember me? Remember love? Remember trying to stay together?' set the tone for a conversation that is both nostalgic and urgent. The narrator feels neglected and is trying to get the attention of their partner, who seems to be drifting away.

The chorus, 'Forever I try to make it right, Together we saw the end in sight, I'm tired of fighting the good fight,' encapsulates the emotional exhaustion that comes with trying to salvage a relationship. The repetition of 'forever' underscores the narrator's commitment and the enduring hope that things can be mended. However, there's also a sense of resignation, as if they are preparing themselves for the possibility that it might be time to let go.

The song also touches on themes of memory and the struggle to move on. Lines like 'Go go go go get out get out of my memory, No no no not tonight I don't have the energy' highlight the internal conflict of wanting to forget but being unable to. The repeated plea to 'get back to where we started out' suggests a desire to return to a simpler, happier time in the relationship. Overall, 'Forever' is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the difficult choices that come with trying to make a relationship work.