Discover the story of the song > New Slang – The Shins

The song talks about the protagonist's past and present, with a focus on his relationship with his partner. He wishes he was still the person he was when they first met and became happy together, but now he is lonely and struggling. He also ponders over the meaning of life and whether or not he is capable of improving himself. The lyrics use metaphors and poetic language to convey these emotions.