The lyrics of "1015" by Glass Beach depict a story of a person who has lost their sanity and happiness due to their circumstances. The line "She lost her mind in a sub-prime home" refers to someone who has become mentally unstable or overwhelmed in a situation where they are struggling financially, possibly due to living in a sub-prime (low-quality) home. The line "Left her heart in a Kodachrome" suggests that the person has left behind their emotions and happiness in a place or time that was once vibrant and full of color. "Kodachrome" refers to an old type of color film, symbolizing a nostalgic and vivid past. The following lines, "A sick coyote in a cul-de-sac, Your baby's playing on a railroad track" paint a picture of a dangerous and hopeless environment. It describes a coyote that is ill and trapped in a dead-end street, symbolizing feelings of being trapped and helpless. The reference to a baby playing on a railroad track adds to the imagery of danger and distress. The line "Her future's fading, can't bring it back, Take me off your list" reveals that the person's prospects for a better future are diminishing and cannot be restored. The plea to be taken off someone's list could suggest a desire to be forgotten or removed from a situation that has caused them distress. Overall, the song portrays a bleak and troubled situation where someone has lost their sanity and happiness due to their circumstances. It explores themes of desperation, loss, and a longing for a better past or future.
