Discover the story of the song > Want It Back – Amanda Palmer

The song talks about how the protagonist gave away something without thinking about the consequences of wanting it back later. They compare it to rats in a cage who keep hitting a button even though they get shocked. The protagonist mentions their partner and how they are still in love with them, but also willing to let them go if they find someone who loves them the way they do. Overall, the message is to be careful about what you give away and to consider the repercussions before doing so.