Glimpse of Us by Joji: song meaning

This song conveys the inner conflict of a man in a new relationship with a kind and perfect woman, yet at the same time, he still longs for and tries to find glimpses of his former lover through his current partner.

Melancholy · Longing · Guilt · Unforgettable love · Guilt · Comparison

Behind the song

This song began from a voice note by Riley McDonough, written during a time when he felt confused about life; in that note, he pleaded to God, "If I could only catch a glimpse of you." He later developed this concept with other songwriters into this song, which Joji then adapted again before its release.

Source: Wikipedia: Glimpse of Us (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Mood

The atmosphere of the song is filled with gloom and loneliness through its slow tempo and vocals that convey pain, making the listener feel a sense of emptiness even when being beside someone.

Symbols in the song

glimpse: A brief sight or a fragment, symbolizing a desperate attempt to find the shadow of an ex-lover in a new person.

Interpretations

The song's content illustrates Joji's inner conflict of still missing his former lover, even though he is with another woman who gives him her full love and is "perfect".

Song info

Artist: Joji
Type: Single
Released: June 10, 2022
Length: 3:53

Frequently asked questions

Who sings Glimpse of Us?

Glimpse of Us is a song by Joji, released as a single.

When did Glimpse of Us come out?

Glimpse of Us came out on June 10, 2022.

What is Glimpse of Us about?

What mood does Glimpse of Us have?

The atmosphere of the song is filled with gloom and loneliness through its slow tempo and vocals that convey pain, making the listener feel a sense of emptiness even when being beside someone.

Analysis by Lyricly's AI, translated from the Thai page

อ่านความหมายเพลงนี้เป็นภาษาไทย

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