Who are you?

The overall theme of "Who are you?" is about the unsettling shift in a friendship that used to mean everything. The narrator reflects on how they once shared a close bond, filled with promises and memories, but now feels completely disconnected. It’s about longing for the past while grappling with the reality that things have changed, and the person they once knew feels like a ghost. There's a strong sense of nostalgia but also a tinge of sadness over what’s been lost.

Verse 1

You said hi like I was a stranger
What is up with you?
Haven't seen you
Feels like a lifetime we were skipping school
Sometimes you
Still show up in my mind
And I hope that you're fine
I still do
Now it's like
I was never your friend
How can you just pretend you don't mind?
I guess that I know nothing about you
Remember we promised
It'd only be us two
Guess you forgot
All the things that you told me
Thought that I knew
Now I don't have a clue
Who are you?

In this verse, the narrator expresses shock and hurt over how someone they once knew well now treats them like a stranger. The line about skipping school hints at a carefree past, which contrasts with the current feeling of distance. There’s a mix of nostalgia and confusion as the narrator questions what happened to their friendship. The repetition of "Who are you?" at the end emphasizes that they no longer recognize this person, highlighting the emotional disconnect.

Chorus

Some days I still wish I could call you
Like I did back then
And we could talk about how we're not like the others
And we'd promise that we'll never ever
Gonna be like them
Sometimes you
Still show up in my mind
And I hope that you're fine
I still do
Now it's like
I was never your friend
How can you just pretend you don't mind?

In the chorus, the narrator reflects on their desire to reconnect. They remember the special bond they had, where they felt unique together. There’s a bittersweet feeling as they acknowledge that those days are gone. The hope that this person is okay shows care, but the realization that they might never reach out again is painful. It reinforces the theme of longing and the struggle to accept change in relationships.

Verse 2

I guess that I know nothing about you
Remember we promised
It'd only be us two
Guess you forgot
All the things that you told me
Thought that I knew
Now I don't have a clue
Who are you?

This verse continues to explore the narrator's confusion. They feel betrayed by the broken promises of friendship. The repetition of "I don’t have a clue" emphasizes their feelings of being lost and uncertain. It’s a raw moment where they confront the reality that they might have never really known this person as well as they thought.

Chorus

Some days I still wish I could call you
Like I did back then
And we could talk about how we're not like the others
And we'd promise that we'll never ever
Gonna be like them
Sometimes you
Still show up in my mind
And I hope that you're fine
I still do
Now it's like
I was never your friend
How can you just pretend you don't mind?

The chorus repeats, reinforcing the narrator's feelings of nostalgia and longing. It’s a reminder of those promises made in the past and how they've faded. This repetition adds weight to the sense of loss, almost making it feel like a lament for what used to be. The narrator’s wish to reconnect illustrates a desire for closure, but it also highlights the pain of realizing it might not happen.

Bridge

Am I stuck in the past?
Thinking everything lasts
What a fool
I just blinked you were gone
Don't know where we went wrong
Who are you?

In the bridge, the narrator questions themselves and their thoughts. There’s a sense of regret about holding onto the past too tightly. They feel foolish for thinking things would stay the same. The lines about not knowing where things went wrong show a deep sense of confusion and loss. It’s a pivotal moment where they confront the reality of their situation.

Outro

Who are you?

The outro brings everything back to that central question. It’s simple yet powerful, capturing the essence of their emotional turmoil. This repetition feels like a final plea for understanding, leaving listeners with a lingering sense of unresolved feelings.

Closing Thoughts

"Who are you?" by Saga Faye is a heartfelt exploration of lost friendship and the pain of change. It captures the confusion of feeling like someone has slipped away while still holding onto memories. The song’s raw honesty and emotional depth make it relatable for anyone who’s experienced a similar loss. It’s a reminder that sometimes, people we once knew become strangers, and that can be really hard to accept.