The Longing Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Sumami 

Cover art for The Longing lyrics by Eels

My girlfriend just broke up with me and I can really relate to this song now. For me it is about desiring a girl, but at the same time knowing you can't have her. All of the feelings related to this are described in this song in a very accurate way.

'The longing is a pain' (...) 'The longing is a friend'

The way in which your memories of her can make you smile, but at the same time torture you.

Amazing song.