The song "Fake Love" by James Hersey delves into the complexities of a toxic relationship that is built on lies and falsehood. The lyrics describe a situation where the person he is involved with gives him a fake name and leads him to believe in a love that is not genuine. The protagonist finds solace in drinking, trying to escape the pain and confusion caused by this fake love. The mention of being on his eighth drink suggests that he has been trying to numb his emotions for a while. Despite the fakeness of the relationship, he desires to stay trapped in this haze, lost in the physical connection they share. The lyrics depict a passionate and intense encounter where both individuals are deeply intertwined in each other's bodies. The use of phrases like "skin from the waist up" and "loves to get laced up" conveys the physical intimacy they share. He acknowledges the imperfections and messiness of their relationship but still finds it difficult to let go. The protagonist craves those moments where he believes he is loved and needed, even if it is not genuine. The longing for her and the fear of missing out on those moments are evident in the lines "Say it's all that you needed, even if you don't mean it, 'til my heart starts beating, all I need's your skin." The song also hints at the cycle of dysfunction and patterns they find themselves trapped in. The protagonists feel surrounded by walls and unable to escape the toxic dynamics of their relationship. In the end, despite the pain and uncertainty, he expresses a desire to stay lost in this haze, willingly succumbing to the fake love. The protagonist is aware of the illusions and fabrications, yet he cannot resist the temporary solace and physical connection it provides. Overall, "Fake Love" explores the theme of a relationship built on deception and illusions, and the struggle to break free from its hold, despite knowing it is not genuine.
