Discover the story of the song > Deformative – Black Eyes

The protagonist is reminiscing about a past experience where their romantic partner gave them a candle and blessed them. The partner also inflicted physical pain on the protagonist by holding their wrists. The protagonist recalls feeling a mix of excitement and unease during this encounter. They mention feeling a fear of their own body and a desire for physical sensation. The protagonist also reflects on a time when they were 16 and driving home, feeling unsure of what to say when they arrive. They describe feeling disconnected from their surroundings and feeling a sense of discomfort and loneliness. They end by repeating the imagery of a sunset behind a chain-link fence and the memories of their partner's actions.