Discover the story of the song > Mess Is Mine – Vance Joy

The song is about a man and his partner who used to be close, but have gone through some difficult times. The man is wondering if his partner still loves him and if he gave enough to the relationship. He is also willing to take on his partner's problems and be there for her. The chorus repeats that his partner's mess is now his mess and that their bodies belong to each other. The bridge talks about the man's willingness to be with his partner through any mess, including her talking in her sleep. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus.