Discover the story of the song > Telephone Wire – original broadway cast of fun home

The protagonist is riding in a car with her father and trying to gather the courage to come out to him about her sexuality. She reminisces about her past and their relationship, and tries to find the right moment to speak. Her father, oblivious to her inner turmoil, talks about a new project he's taken on and invites her inside as they arrive home. The protagonist is left feeling sad and defeated, wishing for another chance to have the conversation she so desperately wants to have.