The song "Private Helicopter" by Harvey Danger tells the story of two different scenarios where the narrator is with former significant others and friends. The lyrics express a longing for the past, a desire to reconnect with old flames, and a regret for past mistakes. In the first scenario, the narrator is on a private helicopter with his ex-girlfriend. They are alone and able to remember how they felt before they became angry with each other. The narrator admits to saying hurtful things in the past, but is still attracted to her and apologizes for being cold. The helicopter ride represents a temporary escape from reality and the opportunity to reminisce about the good times they shared. The second scenario is with a former best friend while traveling to Paris on a hovercraft. They are not able to communicate with anyone because nobody speaks English. This gives them a chance to look into each other's minds and reconnect like they used to. The narrator misses talking to his friend, but acknowledges that they both have egos that can get in the way. He suggests they let go of their grudges and go out to bars together. Overall, the song is about the challenges of maintaining relationships, the importance of communication, and the regret of holding onto anger for too long. The references to luxury travel represent a temporary escape from reality and the desire to escape the problems of the past.
