The song is about letting go of someone you love, but still holding out hope that they will come back to you if they are meant to be in your life. Justin Jesso sings about the pain of losing a love and the struggle to move on, but ultimately he knows that if it is meant to be, their paths will cross again. He talks about the difficulties of trying to hold on to someone who may not be sure if they want to be with you, and the importance of letting them go to figure out their own feelings. Even if they move on with someone else, Justin is still willing to be there for them if they need him. The lyrics are honest and heartfelt, expressing the pain of a lost love but also offering hope for the future.