This melancholic yet insightful piece from MGMT delves into the themes of change, acceptance, and the passage of time. It uses vivid imagery like "yellow curtains drawn" and "sunlight stopped coming through" as metaphors for transition periods in life. The song reflects on how people often resist change ("I don't want to leave"), even though it's inevitable and natural ("The Housecat knows when it's time"). The repeated line "somehow it's all the same" suggests a cyclical view of life where situations recur despite changes. The final lines compare relief to candy, indicating that acceptance of change can bring sweetness and joy, much like a child in a candy store.
