Blowing Smoke Lyrics – Gracie Abrams

[Verse 1]
In the first verse, Abrams reflects on ending the relationship, stating that she let go for her peace of mind. Despite this, she admits to hating the image of her ex kissing someone else. She rationalizes the breakup as being for the better, even though it still affects her emotionally.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus imagines her ex at his new partner's place, highlighting the casualness and routine of his new relationship. This underscores her feelings of being replaced and the mundanity of his new romance compared to their past.

[Chorus]
In the chorus, Abrams questions whether the new partner is as attractive in real life as she appeared online and whether their conversations are genuinely engaging. She acknowledges her ex's charm and wonders if this new relationship can help him escape the emotional baggage he carries. She dismisses the new partner's efforts as "blowing smoke," implying they are insincere and superficial, unlike her own genuine understanding of him.

[Verse 2]
The second verse shows Abrams trying to convince herself that she is fine sleeping alone, while also criticizing her ex's shallow standards for new partners. She recognizes that he continues to engage in meaningless relationships, which only highlights his emotional emptiness.

[Pre-Chorus]
This pre-chorus repeats the earlier sentiment, emphasizing the routine and lack of emotional depth in her ex's new relationship. The line about not being able to point her out in a crowd suggests a lack of meaningful connection.

[Chorus]
The chorus is repeated, reinforcing Abrams' skepticism about the authenticity and depth of her ex's new relationship. She continues to question the genuineness of his interest and the value of his new partner's efforts.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, Abrams looks back on their relationship with a critical eye. She now finds his books pretentious, though they once fed her romantic fantasy. She recalls a specific memory of him impressing her at a hotel, reading aloud and taking a drag, which symbolized his perfect opportunity to win her over after her last love let her down. She imagines he still thinks about her when he should be focusing on his new partner.

[Chorus]
The final chorus reiterates her doubts about the new relationship and her belief that his new partner is not as genuine or insightful as she is. Abrams' understanding of her ex's true nature remains unmatched by anyone else, reinforcing her sense of superiority and lingering attachment.

[Outro]
In the outro, Abrams repeatedly asserts her knowledge and understanding of her ex, emphasizing her belief that she knows him better than anyone else. This repetition underscores her lingering attachment and the unresolved feelings she has about their relationship.