Separate Lyrics

Lyric discussion by weezology 

Cover art for Separate lyrics by Thermals, The

Sounds like this track is about the break-up of a relationship however, that's just me superimposing some idea of mine--an idea that the lyrics appear to suggest without actually putting into words.

When viewed through the lens of a relationship, the lyrics suggest that the separation that the narrator has gone through with his/her supposed partner has elicited feelings of freedom, complacency, and relief. Such feelings can certainly be attributed to end of unpleasant or problematic relationship.

Whether or not this song is most accurately viewed through this lens is a good question. Some other, less plausible, ideas that this song could be about are: racial segregation, anti-society, and liberty.

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