"Headlights" by James Vincent McMorrow is a song about unconditional love and support. The lyrics depict the singer's willingness to be there for his loved one through thick and thin, even when their love seemingly weighs heavily on them. The chorus reinforces this message, as McMorrow sings "Who was there for you? laying in the dark, as the headlights start to fade, and I'm gonna be here for you, waiting." The verses also discuss the singer's love for his partner, and their willingness to do anything for them. The lines "Set on fire, let it burn down in front of us, flare just like chemicals" suggest that they are willing to take risks and endure hardships for the sake of their love. However, the song also acknowledges the challenges of love, as the lines "Has the weight of my love been killing you? I know you felt it but never woulda said it till you're screaming how it isn't true" indicate that the singer's love can sometimes feel suffocating or overwhelming to their partner. Despite this, McMorrow reinforces that he will always be there for them, depicted through the repeated refrain of "I'm gonna be here for you, waiting." Overall, "Headlights" is a touching representation of love and support through both the highs and lows of a relationship.
