The song "Love Song" by Hard-Fi tells the story of a person who has been longing for someone they admire, envisioning them as a love song in their mind. The lyrics describe the intense attraction and desire they feel towards this person. The protagonist finds themselves captivated by the person's presence, highlighted by the sweat on the walls and their own skin, as well as the pulsating kick drum in the music. Despite their admiration, the protagonist finds it difficult to get the attention of this person and feels intimidated by their beauty. Nevertheless, they continue to play it cool and let the music play, hoping for an opportunity to connect. In the second verse, the protagonist reflects on the beautiful person's presence, feeling that their meeting must be fate. They are inspired by the encounter, with the song stuck in their head and a determination to make their move, even though they doubt their own worthiness. They again opt to play it cool and let the music play. The chorus repeats the idea that in the protagonist's imagination, this person is like a love song. The lyrics express the longing and anticipation of finally meeting this person after waiting for so long. They want to know their name and where they come from, because they have blown the protagonist's mind. The song ends with a plea for help, as the protagonist feels like this person has the power to make them do wrong, or make them lose control of their emotions. Overall, "Love Song" by Hard-Fi is a tale of desire, admiration, and the struggle to make a connection with someone who seems out of reach. It portrays the protagonist's inner thoughts and fantasies while highlighting the universal theme of longing for love.
