The song "Rocks" by Ben Jelen seems to depict a love story filled with doubt, longing, and a desire to be loved. The lyrics convey emotions of uncertainty and vulnerability within a relationship. The opening lines, "Strokes of dark, a brush of light, I watch you bring your canvas into light," suggest that the person being addressed is an artist who brings light and beauty into the world through their work. The narrator admits that they understand how the artist sees the world and that they have the ability to appreciate anything they like. However, as the song progresses, the narrator begins to doubt themselves and their role in the relationship, saying, "But now I'm doubting me, I know I shouldn't be but I've been down, I've been down." This implies that they have been feeling insecure and questioning their worth in the relationship. The chorus reflects the narrator's longing for love and how its absence is affecting them, singing, "Cause it was love wasn't it? Well, it's killing me not having it." They struggle to forget the love they once had and emphasize that things are not the same anymore. The lyrics also mention the artist coming without an invitation but simply wanting to be loved. This suggests that the relationship may have experienced some form of unexpected or unwanted intrusion, causing further confusion and doubt. The narrative takes a turn when the narrator acknowledges that the person they love brings them back to life and occupies their thoughts throughout the day. They express a need for the person to be stronger and emphasize their doubts about themselves again. The lines "Yeah, I hear the sound, and I know that you'll be coming round - you know I'll wait for you" hint at the narrator patiently waiting for the other person to return, suggesting that they still hold onto hope and believe in the potential for love. The song ends with conflicting emotions, as the narrator acknowledges the pain caused by the absence of love but admits they can't resist the person they believe is still in love with them. They express the difficulty of moving on when their desire is to be in love with this person, creating a sense of longing and yearning. Overall, "Rocks" captures the emotional rollercoaster of a relationship filled with doubt, longing, and a longing for love. The lyrics showcase the narrator's vulnerability and their struggle to let go and move on from a love they still desire.
