Discover the story of the song > Fatal Optimist – Alesana

The protagonist in these lyrics is reminiscing about his past relationship with his partner. He misses the way she kissed him, touched him, and called him hers. He admits that he is not a hero or a saint and that he can't save the world. His partner has questions that he doesn't have the answers to and this makes him feel unsure. The protagonist admits that he may not be as honest as he appears and that he may be hiding his true intentions. Melissa Milke then comes in and expresses her uncertainty and desire for someone or something to hear her. She fears that she has lost herself and doesn't know how to find her way back. The lyrics conclude with a reference to star-crossed lovers and moving on to another fight.