Discover the story of the song > New Partner – Will Oldham

The protagonist is reflecting on a past action that they feel guilty about and it haunts them. However, they have a new partner who is now with them and they seem to be moving on from the past. The protagonist mentions that they have friends who still greet them, but they are finding it difficult to navigate life when they isolate themselves. Overall, the protagonist is acknowledging their past mistakes but is now focused on their new partner and the future.