Discover the story of the song > Liability – Lorde

The protagonist is upset because her partner doesn't want to be with her anymore, saying he made a mistake. She goes back home to be with a girl she loves, who is hard to please but worth it. However, others see her as too much to handle and a liability, causing them to pull away from her. She understands this but still feels like she's too much for everyone. Eventually, she will disappear into the sun.