Lyric discussion by polyres 

Cover art for Say Something lyrics by A Great Big World

I fully agree with artistdujour's comment that a well-written song can be related to on a million different levels.

I think this song is actually about letting go of an unfulfilling relationship. Recognizing the longing to make something happen/work, and settling with the fact that it won't. But it could be any party speaking to any party. In my dark moments I imagine that the innocence and beauty of life is speaking directly to me through this song. </cheesy>

My Interpretation

I created an account just to upvote this answer because your last line actually blew my mind. I got shivers after reading it!

I also found that last line of your comment lovely and deeply thought-provoking...isn't music a wonderful gift to the world to make us think such meaningful thoughts....

@polyres Very short yet thought provoking post. My boyfriend keep shutting me out, and leaves me unfulfilled, but yet I continue to want to try to work it out with him despite the fact he does not give his all like I do. This song came on tonight, and it has spoken to me. Perhaps it is time to let go....