The song "Coloring" by Kina Grannis and Kate McGill describes a relationship where one person wants the other to stay with them instead of leaving. The singer expresses a desire to keep their vulnerabilities hidden from the world, but also doesn't want to be alone. They emphasize that they have been okay with the way things have been for a long time, but now there is no pretending or hiding anymore. The lyrics suggest that the other person either knows and understands this situation or they don't. The singers urge their partner to stay for the night and explain why everything feels wrong when they are gone. They express that even if their relationship is a lie, they wouldn't mind if the other person is wrong about it. The main message of the song is a plea for the person they care about to stay and not try to delay the inevitable. The lyrics portray a mix of vulnerability, longing, and a willingness to accept the reality of the relationship.
