Sundowner Lyrics – Fontaines D.C.

[Chorus]
The chorus reflects a recurring sense of helplessness within Grian Chatten's dreams. The repetition of "In my dreams" conveys the idea that these dreams are persistent and unavoidable. Despite seeing the outcomes beforehand, the dreams consistently lead to nothingness, emphasizing the emptiness and futility that he feels.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, Grian Chatten describes a deep sadness that seems to have been with him for a long time. The phrase "A sadness in the soul" suggests a lingering emotional pain. He acknowledges that he doesn't belong to any particular place or moment, reinforcing the sense of disconnection. The mention of a "Destination Low" implies a bleak outlook, but the urgency in "It's faster if I call ye" hints at a desire to reach out for comfort or resolution.

[Chorus: Conor Curley & Grian Chatten]
In the second chorus, Conor Curley and Grian Chatten continue to express the same helplessness and inevitability within their dreams. The alternating lines between them introduce a sense of longing, with Grian wishing to hear a call and feel something real. Despite trying to remain optimistic, the chorus ends in the same emptiness as before.

[Verse 2]
This verse shifts the focus to someone else, perhaps a reflection of Grian himself or another person. The struggle to deal with life's challenges is evident in the lines "Will sleep another off / And try to start again." The fascination with this person's face and eyes adds a layer of complexity, suggesting that emotions are deeply etched in their appearance. The verse ends with the same urgency to connect, as Grian reiterates, "It's faster if I call ye."

[Chorus: Conor Curley & Grian Chatten]
The final chorus echoes the previous ones, with Grian Chatten and Conor Curley repeating their inner turmoil. The desire for connection, the anticipation of something better, and the ultimate realization that it all "Turns to nothing" continue to define the emotional landscape of the song.

[Outro]
In the outro, Grian Chatten repeats "In my dreams" multiple times, reinforcing the persistent nature of his dreams and the unresolved feelings they bring. The repetition serves as a final reminder of the song's central theme—an endless loop of dreams that ultimately lead nowhere.