The song "How To Waste A Moment" by James Vincent McMorrow is about his tendency to waste precious moments in life, often repeating the same mistakes and expecting different results. He acknowledges that he never learns from his past experiences, and always returns to the same patterns of behavior, hoping for something more. The lyrics highlight the violent and regretful nature of living this way, where moments are stripped of their value and buried in silence, hidden from view. Despite this, McMorrow recognizes that he cannot escape the loneliness he feels, as he has a million hearts still wrapped around his throat. The song also touches on the idea of drifting apart from someone, even if the distance between them is only two degrees. McMorrow uses this as a metaphor for the way in which people can slowly become strangers to each other, even with only a small separation. Overall, "How To Waste A Moment" is a reflection on the ways in which we can waste the precious moments in our lives, through repetition and inaction. It encourages listeners to value every moment and make the most of them, rather than letting them slip away unnoticed.
