His Car Isn't Yours

The song "His Car Isn't Yours" by WENDY from Red Velvet delves into the emotional aftermath of a past relationship and the struggle to move on. The lyrics paint a picture of a woman who has met someone new after a breakup, but she is haunted by memories of her ex-partner. The recurring image of a car, which is not her ex's, symbolizes the new experiences and people that feel out of place because they are not the ones she still longs for.

The narrative of the song unfolds as the protagonist tries to enjoy a night out with a 'good guy' who is interested in her. Despite his efforts and the potential for a new beginning, she can't shake off the feeling that something is missing. The car he drives serves as a metaphor for the differences between her past and present, highlighting how deeply her previous relationship still affects her. The emotional weight of the song is carried by the contrast between her desire to move on and the lingering attachment to her ex, which is most evident when she sees other cars that remind her of him.

WENDY's performance captures the bittersweet emotions of trying to heal from a breakup while being reminded of what was lost. The song resonates with anyone who has struggled to let go of a past love, especially when seemingly insignificant details, like the make of a car, can trigger a flood of memories. The lyrics suggest a universal experience of heartache and the difficulty of embracing the future without fully letting go of the past.