In this track, Empire of the Sun explores themes of disillusionment and fear within personal relationships. The lyrics depict a scenario where the protagonist feels betrayed or threatened by someone close, as indicated by lines like "Now I gotta be scared of my friend." The recurring imagery of sliding doors and the thirteenth floor suggests transitions and superstitions, symbolizing shifts in perception about the friend in question. The song captures the confusion and hurt that arises when trust is undermined by unexpected behavior from someone considered a confidant. #Betrayal #Friendship #Perception
