The lyrics talk about the protagonist asking their partner about their likes and interests. They mention how their partner's innocent childhood face is always on their mind. The protagonist feels like they are lacking something, but they believe that they can make up for what they are missing. They feel overwhelmed and describe it as being like a faded candy box and an excessive amount of stickers. They also have a wound that won't heal and even when they sleep, they can't forget it. The protagonist wonders if it's worth trying to be someone they used to be. They mention that adults who can't find love go on a "Night and Day escape." They feel like running away from their problems and maybe even giving up. They express that their partner can tell them what they want, but it often turns into a mess. They mention a faded candy box, stickers, and a wound that won't heal again. They also mention that even when they're sober, they can't forget it. They talk about the lies they tell and the reasons they give themselves for what happened that day. They mention adults who can't stop being sad have a "Night and Day investment theory." They express that they can't find answers and mention the end of tonight and what will be left, the dirty days, what will be left after dressing up, and wanting to wipe it all away. They mention again the struggle of trying to be someone they used to be and adults who can't find love going on a "Night and Day escape." They express that they have no answers and mention the lies they tell themselves about why things happened. They mention adults who can't stop being sad have a "Night and Day investment theory." They mention again the lies they tell and the reasons they give themselves for what happened that day. They express that they can't find answers and that they should give up. Finally, they mention again the faded candy box and stickers.
