In this soulful ballad, Mike Posner delves into themes of longing, self-awareness, and fleeting love. His heartfelt lyrics paint a picture of someone who doesn't quite measure up to their ideal image but still tries their best. The artist’s words reflect on unreciprocated affection, symbolized by the blooming and subsequent withering of an iris. This delicate flower represents a love that briefly flourishes only to fade away. Through poetic imagery, Posner captures the complexity of emotions—joy intertwined with sadness—embodied by the fleeting beauty of an iris in bloom.
