Discover the story of the song > The Heart and the Shape – 36 Crazyfists

The main character looks into his partner's eyes, and realizes that he might have been part of the reason she was feeling sad. He drinks alcohol to cope with this realization, but is grateful that he is not the person he used to be. He reflects on his past mistakes and finds sadness in himself, and understands that one long look can reveal the truth. He wants to overcome this sadness and be awoken by his partner.