The song "Secret Love" by Elijah Blake explores the complexity and secrecy of a past romantic relationship. The lyrics depict a relationship that used to exist between the narrator and their significant other, but has since ended. Despite the breakup, the narrator expresses that if their ex-lover were to return, they would love them even more. The line "I try to explain it, It's complicated" suggests that their feelings for this person are difficult to describe or understand. The narrator acknowledges that the situation is not easy to explain, possibly referring to the reasons behind the breakup or the hidden nature of their love. The phrase "keep it low" implies that the narrator wants to keep their rekindled affection a secret. They communicate the importance of maintaining the secrecy of their love, reinforcing the idea of a hidden or forbidden relationship. The chorus, "You will always be my secret love, Long as we keep, keep our secret love," emphasizes that the love between the narrator and their past lover will always remain a secret, as long as they both continue to keep it hidden. Overall, "Secret Love" is about a love that exists behind closed doors, highlighting the complexities and challenges of maintaining a hidden relationship.
