not around lyrics – kenzie

[Verse 1: Kenzie]
In this verse, Kenzie addresses the emotional distance and betrayal she feels from her former partner. The imagery of "holding back" and "light the gasoline" suggests a sense of being misled and hurt. The mention of "choosing her over me" highlights the pain of seeing her ex move on with someone who seems like a mere substitute for her.

[Pre-Chorus: Kenzie]
Here, Kenzie grapples with the realization that her ex-partner's new choice is essentially a version of herself. The lines reflect her feelings of being replaced by someone who is just a copy, rather than an original choice. This emphasizes her sense of being undervalued and the unbalanced nature of the relationship.

[Chorus: Kenzie]
The chorus reveals Kenzie’s sense of relief and empowerment since the end of the relationship. She acknowledges that while her ex might be proud or indifferent, she has found improvement and happiness on her own. The repetition of “I’ve been doing better since you’re not around” reinforces her newfound strength and independence.

[Post-Chorus: Kenzie]
The post-chorus repetition underscores the message of personal growth and self-improvement. It emphasizes how Kenzie has thrived since the separation, reinforcing the theme of moving on and finding betterment in the absence of her former partner.

[Verse 2: Kenzie]
In this verse, Kenzie describes her ex-partner’s attempts to replicate their past life with someone new, which she finds shallow and insincere. The mention of "stealing friends" and "dressing just like me" illustrates how the new relationship seems to lack authenticity and only serves to highlight the superficiality of the replacement.

[Pre-Chorus: Kenzie]
This pre-chorus revisits the idea that the new partner is just a version of herself. Kenzie feels that the relationship dynamics are being replicated rather than improved. The lines reflect her frustration with the lack of genuine change and her realization that her ex-partner’s new relationship is merely a continuation of what was already there.

[Chorus: Kenzie]
The repeated chorus continues to emphasize Kenzie’s emotional progress and satisfaction since the breakup. It serves as a reminder of her improved state of being and the positive outcomes of the separation. Her confidence and sense of well-being are highlighted against the backdrop of her ex-partner’s actions.

[Post-Chorus: Kenzie]
The post-chorus reinforces the song’s central theme of personal growth and self-improvement. It reflects Kenzie’s ongoing realization that she is better off without her ex-partner, and her repeated affirmation of this new reality strengthens her message of moving forward.

[Chorus: Kenzie]
The final chorus reiterates Kenzie’s newfound strength and happiness since the departure of her ex. It reinforces the song’s message of empowerment and personal growth, emphasizing that despite the challenges, she is in a better place without her former partner.