Eric Ethridge's song "Tequila" tells the story of a person who is still haunted by memories of a past relationship whenever they taste tequila. The song describes how the narrator can still enjoy parties, drink different types of alcohol, and even kiss other people without thinking about their ex. However, as soon as they taste tequila, all those memories come flooding back. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the past, with references to a sorority t-shirt and a specific moment in Colorado when the ex-partner's lips were pressed against a bottle. The narrator swears on a bible that they would never leave the ex, highlighting the depth of their feelings at the time. The mention of being "sky high in Colorado" suggests that the relationship was passionate and exciting, but has since ended. Despite the attempts to move on, the taste of tequila triggers intense emotions and reminds the narrator of how much they still need and miss their ex. The lyrics capture the bittersweet nature of reminiscing about a lost love, as the narrator admits that even though they can try to move on, the memories are still incredibly strong. The repetition of the phrase "when I taste Tequila" emphasizes the power of this trigger and how it brings back vivid memories of the past relationship. Overall, "Tequila" explores the lingering impact of a past love and how certain things, like the taste of tequila, can transport us back to those moments and emotions.
