In a haunting dance between vulnerability and resilience, Sharon Van Etten paints a raw portrait of love's complexities. The lyrics depict a relationship marked by both genuine connection and painful betrayal, symbolized by the "backhand" and "half mast flag in wind." As she descends into her own emotional abyss, there's an acknowledgment of past sins and the relentless struggle for redemption. The repeated refrain of "It's our love" transforms into "It's all love," suggesting that amidst the turmoil, love remains the core essence—both a source of suffering and salvation. This song is an evocative exploration of how love can be both broken and beautiful, fragile yet enduring.
