Carolyn Dawn Johnson's song "Complicated" is about the confusion and mixed feelings that come with being in love with someone who may or may not feel the same way. The narrator is scared that her feelings are transparent as soon as the person she loves walks into the room. She describes how their relationship has changed from being old friends who laughed and hugged to now feeling like she wants to hide from him when he's around. The narrator is torn between wanting to express her feelings and holding back for fear of rejection or losing the relationship altogether. She feels frustrated and wishes that the person she loves would confess their feelings, but also fears that their answer might not be what she wants to hear. The chorus reflects the internal conflict that she feels, wanting to hold the person close but also wanting to push them away. The song also touches on the rumors that other people have been saying about their relationship. The narrator has heard that her name is always on his lips and wonders if she's missing something obvious. But she's also hesitant to act on these rumors without knowing for sure if they're true or not. Overall, "Complicated" is a song about the complicated emotions that come with falling in love, and the importance of being honest and open about those feelings, even when it's scary or uncertain.
