Discover the story of the song > Unfamiliar – Currents

The protagonist of the song reflects on their life and how they have always tried to avoid making foolish decisions. However, they suddenly realize that they can't give their romantic partner what they want, even though they are in a position of power. They feel like they are on a constant path of disaster and are now forced to face the truth. The protagonist acknowledges that it's easy to get lost on a path that is unfamiliar and that saving a life comes with a cost, leading them to be on a track that everyone has forgotten. The protagonist feels trapped and overwhelmed by their existence and the dark thoughts that consume them. They hope to find a way out. The chorus repeats the idea that it is not hard to get lost on an unfamiliar path and that they are now on a forgotten track. The guitar solo provides a moment of reflection. The lyrics suggest that the protagonist felt like they were in control, but now realize that things don't work that way. They emphasize again how easy it is to get lost on an unfamiliar path. The outro asks the listener to acknowledge the long-forgotten and to take a bow.