The Next Time You Say Forever Lyrics

Lyric discussion by ekatine 

Cover art for The Next Time You Say Forever lyrics by Neko Case

I'm probably projecting massively at the moment in regards to my own situation, but my partner and I have just decided to go on a 'break' for which I think there's a serious risk it might be for good. I am sad and raw because up until recently, I'd been in no doubt that he was my forever person, and I identify viscerally at the moment with the 'punch you in your face' line at the moment because I don't want him - or anyone - to lie about 'forever' to me ever again, right now. As dramatic as that may sound. The "I can't stay to hold your hand" I'm reading as self-preservation at the moment because I don't want to enable some 'have your cake and eat it' situation - either be with me, or not.

My Interpretation