The song "In the Middle" by Justin Stone explores a toxic and repetitive cycle in a relationship. The lyrics depict a situation where the couple constantly fights, breaks up, and makes up, only to repeat the same pattern again. The opening lines, "We fight, break up, make up in the middle again, In the middle again with you" highlight the repetitive nature of their relationship. Despite the conflicts, they find themselves coming back together repeatedly. The next lines, "New phone, who's this? Yeah, I really know but I won't tell that bitch, Yeah, been two weeks since I heard from your lips, Say you don't wanna fight but I won't hold my breath" suggest that there may be jealousy, dishonesty, and a lack of communication in the relationship. The protagonist confesses to playing mind games and blowing up their partner's phone to seek validation and attention. The recurring line, "Don't ever think too long, Don't wanna see you get like this" reveals a concern for the other person's well-being and mental state. The protagonist doesn't want their partner to dwell on their conflicts and potentially spiral into negativity. The lyrics, "Now you're only gonna see me in your nightmares" signifies that the breakup and constant fighting have affected the relationship to the point where the other person can only imagine the protagonist negatively, causing them distress. Overall, "In the Middle" portrays a tumultuous relationship filled with fights, breakups, and reconciliations. The lyrics suggest a destructive cycle that the protagonist is aware of but still finds themselves trapped in, unable to break free.
