The song "Minnesota" by Erik Hassle tells the story of a past relationship and the emotions that come with seeing the person again after a year. The lyrics express regret for a mistake that was made and the feeling of letting that person slip away. The narrator reminisces about a party where they made a big mistake and left the other person brokenhearted. Seeing their former partner again at an unspecified event brings back memories and feelings. However, to the narrator's dismay, their ex turns around and kisses someone else. The chorus asks why the person would choose to be with someone else and go to Minnesota. The mention of Minnesota is metaphorical and represents the person choosing someone else over the narrator, as if they are going to a different place or life without them. The song suggests that the narrator believes their love was unique and special. They question why their ex would choose someone else, mentioning that nobody loves like they do. Through encounters with the ex's sister, it is implied that the narrator is still on their ex's mind, even if it is too late for reconciliation. Overall, "Minnesota" explores themes of regret, longing, and the pain of seeing someone you still care about move on with someone else.
