The song "Impossible" by Jessie Ware tells the story of a complicated and toxic relationship. The lyrics suggest that the person she is singing about is causing a scene and behaving inappropriately. The line "You're nuclear, I breathe and count to three" implies that this person's behavior is intense and threatening. The reference to being a mother and loving all her sons suggests that Jessie may have a child or children, but despite this, she still feels incomplete and wants to break free from this harmful relationship. She expresses a feeling of being trapped and unable to leave, remarking that "Something tells me, you make it hard to leave." The chorus reinforces her struggle to escape as she states, "You're making it impossible to run from you." No matter how hard she tries, this person has a hold on her, making it difficult to break away. The lyrics also illustrate the constant reminders of this person, symbolized by the name on her arm that she can't wash away, and the line in the sand that she can't erase. These images portray the lasting impact and influence this person has on her life. In the bridge, Jessie expresses how this person's presence lingers even when she is alone. She can feel them watching her, like a ghost in her head. This further emphasizes the psychological hold they have over her. Overall, "Impossible" narrates a story of a troubled relationship where escape seems difficult. Jessie Ware conveys the struggle of wanting to break free from someone who has a strong influence over her emotional well-being.
