The song "Down South" by Jeremy Loops is about a relationship that has ended but the narrator didn't want to leave the person they were with down south. The chorus suggests that the narrator didn't want to leave but still promised to call and show some love. Despite not wanting to say goodbye, they left anyway. In the first verse, the narrator reflects on not fully appreciating the person they were with during the day. They didn't notice everything about them and didn't express their feelings enough. However, they didn't want to take away the experiences they had together. The second verse introduces Motheo Moleko, who highlights the narrator's desire to shine and be successful. However, it seems that the person they were with doubted their capabilities. The lyrics mention setting sail and right now, they feel held back, slowing them down. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the narrator's regret for leaving but also expressing relief at seeing the person they care about. They ask how they're doing and apologize again for leaving. In the third verse, the narrator reveals that they've been staying awake all night and feeling the pressure of higher stakes. They've longed to wake up and find themselves in a better situation. Despite this, they express that they didn't want to go and take away anything from the other person. Overall, "Down South" tells a story of a relationship that faced challenges and ultimately ended, but the narrator still has feelings for the person they left behind. They express regret for their actions but also acknowledge that they had their own dreams and ambitions.
