The song "Two Nights" by Joy Crookes explores themes of love, self-discovery, and vulnerability. The lyrics depict the artist's journey of introspection and reflection on her romantic relationships. In the song, Crookes mentions spending two nights in different locations, possibly representing different stages or experiences in her life. She then visits her ex-partner, questioning whether she still has feelings for him. She contemplates the quality of the people she is dating and whether she should end those relationships. Crookes reveals that she is coming to terms with her alter ego, confronting her pride and shelving her desires. She realizes that her search for love is causing her pain, and she begins to doubt her choices. Despite this, she promises herself that she will rely on her own strength and not seek help from others. The artist encounters a man on East Street who offers to help her with her emotional baggage. He wonders about the weight she carries and she explains that it is the result of accepting cheap love for many years. As the story unfolds, it becomes apparent that this man is a veteran, and they find solace in each other's company. Towards the end of the song, Crookes references running in circles and feeling shame, but always returning home to nothing. Despite her fear of love, she acknowledges that she still wants to experience it. The repeated mention of "running circles with no shame" suggests that she is stuck in a pattern of relationships that lead nowhere. In the end, Crookes reflects on the idea that love is both intimidating and desirable. She alternates between her fear of love and her longing for it. The song encourages introspection and self-discovery while acknowledging the complexities and contradictions of human emotions.
