The song "Revolve" by Haley Joelle tells the story of a relationship where one person feels stuck in a pattern of dependence and orbiting around the other person. The lyrics metaphorically compare the narrator to a planet revolving around their partner, who is represented as their personal moon. The song starts with the narrator describing how they were dancing or moving around each other, following their partner's lead and only seeing what their partner showed them. They felt trapped in a holding pattern, believing that their partner would never leave them for a different world. However, when their partner stepped away and they got some space, their partner's perspective of the relationship changed. It is implied that the partner may have moved on or lost interest. Despite feeling this shift, the narrator's gravitational pull or influence on their partner is not strong enough to bring them closer. The chorus highlights the narrator's confusion and lack of understanding. They refer to themselves as a planet and their partner as their personal moon, acknowledging that they are revolving solely around their partner's orbit. The narrator didn't choose to be in this position and doesn't comprehend why they are still revolving around their partner despite the changes in the relationship. The lyrics also touch on the nostalgia and longing for the past. The narrator remembers how they used to spend their Fridays looking at the stars together, but now they are unsure of what their partner is doing or where they are. The contrast between their current situation and the memories of their previous closeness adds to the narrator's confusion and longing. Overall, "Revolve" portrays a relationship where one person feels trapped and dependent on their partner, even when things change. The song explores themes of dependence, confusion, and the struggle to let go or understand why they still revolve around their partner despite the changing dynamics of their relationship.
