Discover the story of the song > Praise Song – the flat stanleys

The protagonist is with their friend Jane, traveling and looking at beautiful scenery. They witness a friend getting harassed by frat boys, which causes them anxiety. They sing praise songs to calm down, but the realization hits them that they are trying to suppress their emotions. The protagonist struggles with their feelings and tries to distract themselves by focusing on physical features of their partner, but this also leads to discomfort. The bridge suggests that there is too much going on and it's overwhelming, but there's no reason to overthink it. Overall, the song delves into the protagonist's internal battle with their emotions.