Discover the story of the song > I Don’t Smoke – Mitski

The protagonist doesn't usually smoke, but when she's missing her partner, she smokes to remember him. Being with him makes her feel good. She waits for her partner to calm down and tell her they are meant for each other. Even if her partner needs to be mean or break things, she will be there to support him. She doesn't want to be left alone, but wants her partner to know she is stronger than he thinks.