"Panic Cord" by Gabrielle Aplin is a song that explores the regrets and realization of a failed relationship. The song talks about holding on to memories and keepsakes as reminders of the past, but ultimately acknowledging that the relationship didn't last. The lyrics suggest that the narrator may have been the one who initiated the breakup ("Maybe I pulled the panic cord"), while also recognizing that their partner may have been content while they were feeling bored. The song reflects on the narrator's doubts and their responsibility for wanting their partner to change, acknowledging that they may be at fault for the relationship falling apart. The lyrics also imply that their partner may have been too kind to them, and it took them a long time to come to the realization that they needed to leave. The song's chorus, "Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do, That's the way the story goes," repeats throughout the song and suggests that the relationship followed a predictable pattern. Overall, "Panic Cord" explores themes of regret, self-reflection, and the breakdown of a relationship. It reflects on the emotions, doubts, and self-blame that can come with the end of a romantic connection.
