Figure It Out

The speaker seems caught in an uncertain attraction to someone. At first, the situation sounds like a young person trying to understand life and love. The repeated phrase “trying to figure it out” suggests that the speaker has no clear answer. As the song develops, the feelings become more intense: love interferes with sleep, and the speaker seems unable to stop thinking about the other person.

“Trying to cut some teeth” is an expression for gaining experience, often by learning through difficult situations. “Stuck on you” means emotionally attached or unable to stop thinking about someone. The image of blood appearing in dreams makes the speaker’s distress feel vivid, while “love is killing me” is likely an exaggeration for emotional pain rather than a literal danger. The planned fall may suggest an awkward attempt to get close or attract attention.

The lyrics leave the relationship unclear. The speaker says they will leave and will not see the person later, but also admits to still trying to understand what is happening. “We’re not allowed to talk it out” could mean that circumstances prevent an honest conversation, or that the speaker feels unable to have one. The mix of deliberate action and clumsiness makes the speaker seem both playful and troubled.