The song "Closer" by Johnny Hates Jazz tells the story of someone who realizes they made a big mistake by leaving their loved one behind. Throughout the night, they have been unable to sleep and can't stop thinking about their past partner. They acknowledge that sleeping on a bed of nails symbolizes the difficulty of moving on without them. The lyrics express regret and admit to being a fool for not appreciating what they had. They also blame themselves for the failure of the relationship. Despite this, they still long to have their loved one back in their life. The song contrasts the narrator's desire to get closer to their ex-lover with the belief that there might be a better, happier life elsewhere. However, ultimately, the narrator affirms that they don't care what others say because they feel incomplete without their lover by their side. The repeated plea of wanting to get closer to their ex-partner emphasizes their deep longing and desire to reconcile. The chorus repeats the phrase "that's all I wanna to do," emphasizing the simplicity of their desire to reunite. Overall, "Closer" reflects the regret and longing that result from leaving behind a special person and the intense desire to mend the broken relationship and be close to them once again.
