Discover the story of the song > Deep Sea – snail mail

The protagonist is talking about diving deep into the ocean, where only they and the bends (a diving-related condition) exist. They lose track of time and their breathing, and sleep with the tides. The chorus talks about how they took a long time to find someone special, and they want to spend their remaining days enjoying the beauty of nature. In the second verse, the protagonist talks about the importance of breathing and knowing what's worth living for. Overall, the song is about finding peace and meaning in life through experiences and relationships.