I Tried to Act Your Age Lyrics – Chrissy Costanza

[Verse 1: Chrissy Costanza]
In the first verse, Chrissy reflects on her youthful naivety when she found herself involved with someone older, represented by the imagery of the "light blue Subaru." She admired him for having his own car, but soon realized that the relationship was making her grow up too quickly. This section explores the contrast between the excitement of being with someone older and the eventual discomfort that comes with losing her innocence.

[Pre-Chorus: Chrissy Costanza]
In the pre-chorus, Chrissy expresses how she saw her partner as intelligent and trusted his judgment, which made her more vulnerable to his influence. She acknowledges that she fell for his confidence and charm, only to later realize that she had been too trusting.

[Chorus: Chrissy Costanza]
The chorus highlights Chrissy's longing for an alternate reality where she could have escaped the situation. She reflects on how her innocence got caught in the crossfire, symbolizing the emotional pain she experienced. The repeated phrase "I tried to act your age" reveals her regret for trying to fit into a world she wasn't ready for, and she laments not being able to protect her own youthful innocence.

[Verse 2: Chrissy Costanza]
In the second verse, Chrissy delves deeper into her emotional state, expressing how much of herself she left behind in the relationship. She recalls the pain of trying to keep the relationship alive even when it was unhealthy, feeling like she lost parts of herself in the process.

[Bridge: Chrissy Costanza]
The bridge marks a turning point where Chrissy reflects on how she survived the relationship by letting go of part of herself. She regrets not being able to say goodbye to the part of her that was lost in the process, adding a layer of emotional depth to the song.

[Chorus: Chrissy Costanza]
In the final chorus, Chrissy imagines a different lifetime where she would not have to endure the same pain. She visualizes a future where love is not tied to heartache and where she can move on without the emotional baggage of the relationship. This reflects her hope for healing and closure.

[Outro: Chrissy Costanza]
In the outro, Chrissy brings the song full circle by returning to the imagery of the "light blue Subaru," but this time with a sense of empowerment. She hints at rewriting her own narrative, no longer tied to the memories of the past, and perhaps even reclaiming control of her life by getting her own Subaru, symbolizing independence and self-discovery.