The song "Under" by Alex Hepburn is a emotional ballad about the fear of abandonment and the desperation of wanting to hold onto someone despite their actions causing pain. The lyrics convey the message that the protagonist is deeply attached to someone, but is afraid to be left alone with their own thoughts and fears. They express their fear of the darkness, demons, and voices in their head telling them that nothing will be okay without the other person. The lines "Don't bury me, Don't lay me down, Don't say it's over, 'Cause that would send me under, Underneath the ground" emphasize the fear and desperation of being left alone and abandoned. In the chorus, the protagonist begs the other person to not say the words that would confirm the end of their relationship and cause them to lose hope. They fear that they will not be able to cope without that person, and that their words could literally "murder" them. Amidst the pain and uncertainty, the protagonist holds onto hope that they can still salvage their relationship, but acknowledges that they are losing themselves in the turmoil. The lines "But I'm still breathing, I feel it in my veins, skin, bones, That I'm losing you me, You're confusing Every reason I have left to live" convey the sense of hopelessness and confusion that the protagonist feels. Ultimately, "Under" is a powerful ballad about the fear of losing someone and the desperation that can arise from that fear. Hepburn's soulful vocals and raw emotion make this song a powerful and relatable piece of music.
