This Is How It Went Lyrics – beabadoobee

[Verse 1]
In this verse, beabadoobee describes struggling to find the right words to communicate through an email and the metaphorical baggage she carries, symbolized by gum stuck on her shoe. This imagery suggests a desire to move on and leave behind the small annoyances and obstacles in her life. The verse conveys a sense of readiness to let go and move forward, focusing on personal growth and resilience.

[Chorus]
The chorus emphasizes the therapeutic nature of songwriting for beabadoobee. She sings about writing songs not to cause harm but to aid in her own healing. This reflects her intent to channel her emotions into music that helps her recover and encourages others to do the same. The desire to make a movie instead of planning a response indicates a preference for creative expression over confrontation.

[Verse 2]
Here, beabadoobee contrasts her own reflective songwriting process with the superficiality of the situation she finds herself in. By turning off the TV and listening to Elliott Smith, she immerses herself in music that resonates with her, showing how art can provide solace and clarity. The verse conveys a sense of disillusionment with the other person's actions and a reaffirmation of her own creative approach.

[Chorus]
The chorus emphasizes the therapeutic nature of songwriting for beabadoobee. She sings about writing songs not to cause harm but to aid in her own healing. This reflects her intent to channel her emotions into music that helps her recover and encourages others to do the same. The desire to make a movie instead of planning a response indicates a preference for creative expression over confrontation.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, beabadoobee expresses frustration with someone who has made a situation worse and who appears more concerned with their own satisfaction than with genuinely resolving issues. This section highlights her efforts to help, which went unnoticed, and her recognition that the other person’s actions have negatively impacted her work. The mention of the song being hers and the other person’s contribution being detrimental underscores her sense of betrayal and the impact of their actions on her creative process.

[Outro]
The outro reveals beabadoobee's fatigue and desire for peace. Repeating her wish to go to sleep suggests an overwhelming feeling of exhaustion from the situation. This section reinforces the song’s theme of seeking respite from emotional strain and highlights the need for rest and recovery after dealing with challenging circumstances.