The song St. Paul Roofs by Hippo Campus is about the longing to be with someone you love and the memories that are associated with a particular place. The song describes the story of two people who met in Minnesota and then moved to New York, where their relationship grew stronger. The lyrics talk about taking the person to the rooftop in St. Paul, which is an important place for both of them. The song has a nostalgic feel to it as the lyrics talk about the memories of their time together, the letters they wrote to each other, and the whisky-filled nights they spent together. The lyricist also talks about how the faceless crowds and tall buildings remind him of St. Paul winters, which he is never keen on leaving behind. The song also talks about the emotions that come with missing someone and waiting for them to come back. The lyricist talks about cutting his ears off and waiting all the while, indicating the pain and longing that he feels. However, despite the pain, the song is also a tribute to the memories they shared together in St. Paul and the rooftop that still holds a special place in their hearts.
