The song "Don't Go Into The Woods" by Harley Poe tells a story about regret, love, and the consequences of not speaking up when it matters most. The narrator reflects on a past relationship and blames themselves for the loss of their loved one. In the first verse, the narrator questions their own actions and realizes that they are the one to blame for letting their partner go. They feel sorry for giving them away to someone else and fear that they will never see them again due to their own mistakes. The second verse reveals the narrator's regret for not stopping their loved one from leaving. They acknowledge that losing their love is a constant regret, and if they truly loved them, they would have found the right words to express their feelings. However, now it is too late. In the chorus, the narrator expresses their wish to have warned their partner about the dangers of going into the woods. The woods symbolize unknown and dangerous places where bad things can happen. They deeply regret not having spoken up to protect their loved one from potential harm or negative experiences. As the song continues, the narrator contemplates whether their ex-partner is happier without them. They believe their partner is better off without them because they feel they were unkind and possessive. The narrator acknowledges that their loved one is finally free from their controlling grip. The bridge highlights the narrator's assumption that their partner left them because they finished in second place in their life. However, the narrator acknowledges that this belief is not true and regrets not having made their partner aware of this. They miss their partner and their presence in their life is deeply missed. The second chorus reiterates the narrator's regret for not warning their loved one about the potential dangers in the woods and the consequences of their departure. In the final part of the song, the narrator warns their loved one about the various dangers present in the woods. They mention animals, shadows, and the possibility of encountering dangerous individuals. They emphasize that their loved one is taking a chance by venturing into the woods and leaving their side. Overall, "Don't Go Into The Woods" is a song about regret, missed opportunities, and the consequences of not speaking up when it matters. The narrator realizes their mistakes and wishes they had protected and warned their loved one about the potential dangers of the woods.
