"Prom Night" by Harley Poe tells the story of a protagonist who is infatuated with a girl, describing her as attractive and precious like a diamond. The protagonist believes they would make a perfect couple, dreaming of a future together with a white picket fence and a family. However, the protagonist is heartbroken to discover that the girl does not feel the same way about them. Instead, she is interested in another person named Johnny, whom the protagonist views as cool and desired by others. The protagonist feels like a fool and realizes they have no chance with the girl. As prom night approaches, the protagonist contemplates asking the girl to be their date, but they are too afraid of rejection. Eventually, the protagonist decides not to go to prom, fearing that Johnny, the one the girl desires, would harm them. In a dark twist, the protagonist reveals their plan to blow up the school on prom night as an act of revenge. They believe that both the girl and Johnny will pay for their rejection and the pain they have caused. The song takes a haunting turn when the protagonist sings that the girl and Johnny are now dead. The lyrics convey a sense of madness and loss as the protagonist realizes the devastating consequences of their actions. Overall, "Prom Night" explores themes of unrequited love, jealousy, and the tragic consequences of obsession and revenge.
