calgary Lyrics – Tate McRae

[Section: Verse 1]
In the first verse, Tate McRae reflects on her feelings of immaturity and inadequacy, despite reaching the age of twenty. She reveals a sense of disconnection from her younger self and struggles with ongoing personal challenges and self-perception issues.

[Section: Chorus]
The chorus highlights McRae's disillusionment with her own progress. She admits that despite her efforts to improve, she finds the temptation of escapism through pills hard to resist. The realization that she has become better at pretending rather than genuinely improving is a key theme here.

[Section: Post-Chorus]
The post-chorus provides an emotional pause, emphasizing the repetitive nature of McRae's feelings of struggle and disillusionment. It reflects the ongoing nature of her internal conflicts.

[Section: Verse 2]
In the second verse, McRae reflects on her social relationships and habits. She feels that old friends have remained unchanged in their opinions of her, and she acknowledges a return to old, unproductive habits. This verse conveys a sense of resignation and an ongoing struggle to resolve personal issues.

[Section: Bridge]
The bridge underscores McRae's frustration with her inability to change despite her efforts. She recognizes a pattern of behavior that she has failed to overcome, leading to a sense of stagnation and unfulfilled potential.

[Section: Outro]
The outro returns to the theme of feeling stuck in the past. McRae reiterates the feeling of being trapped in a cycle of unfulfilled expectations and unresolved issues, reflecting on how little has changed over time.