Discover the story of the song > In The Lurch – ANTEMASQUE

The protagonist receives a message from someone outside, hoping that they can help him out of a difficult situation, but his pleas for assistance go unheard. He feels stuck and burdened by past mistakes, and desperately wants some kind of proof or assurance from his romantic partner that she cares. He realizes that if they don't address their problems and communicate openly, they will continue to struggle. The song emphasizes the frustration and longing the protagonist feels when his partner leaves him in a helpless state.