The song "Pinot" by Elijah Blake is about a troubled relationship and the aftermath of a breakup. The lyrics depict the singer feeling hurt and reminiscing about the good times in the relationship. The title "Pinot" refers to a type of red wine, which the singer uses as a metaphor for numbing his emotions and trying to move on. In the lyrics, the singer expresses surprise that the other person has answered their call late at night, indicating that there might still be unresolved feelings between them. The singer admits that they are not trying to start a fight but expresses their unhappiness about the way the relationship ended. They also mention feeling cheated and responsible for the new beginnings that they don't enjoy. The chorus reflects on the past, expressing a longing for the other person's jealousy and possessiveness. The singer misses instances where the other person would go through their phone and call unknown numbers, as well as the passionate make-up sex they would have. Despite the wrongness of certain aspects of the relationship, the singer acknowledges that their love was strong during those moments. The song continues with the singer reflecting on the disapproval they faced from the other person's father, possibly due to the singer's reckless behavior represented by the "boy ways and this white tee." However, the singer admires the longevity of the other person's parent's relationship and hopes to learn from them. The song then returns to the chorus, emphasizing the desire to indulge in Pinot (red wine) to cope with the pain of the breakup. The singer acknowledges that they are not a drinker but that this particular situation is pushing them to turn to alcohol. Overall, "Pinot" is a song about longing for a past relationship, feeling hurt by the way it ended, and trying to find solace in numbing the pain.
