"Wandering and Wondering" by Kina Grannis is a heartfelt song about feeling lost, confused, and searching for answers in a relationship. The lyrics depict a sense of longing and sadness as the narrator reflects on their partner's unhappiness and their own inability to bring them joy. The song opens with the narrator expressing their confusion and forgetfulness as they notice their partner's sadness. They question why they can't be the person to make them happy again. The narrator has been seeking advice and talking to people at night, who inform them that their partner has been observing them. However, the narrator struggles to understand the negative energy or aura that their partner seems to emit. The chorus expresses the narrator's desire for a time when their soul wouldn't feel defeated. They continue to wander, watch, and wonder if their partner will be with them tonight, emphasizing their yearning for connection and intimacy. In the next verse, the narrator reflects on their own loneliness, despite appearing to have companionship. They acknowledge the forgiveness they grant their partner but question why they can't understand why they feel so down about themselves. The repetition of "wandering, wandering, and wondering" reinforces the feelings of aimlessness and confusion they experience. Overall, "Wandering and Wondering" is a vulnerable and introspective song about the complexities of relationships, the search for happiness, and the longing for understanding.
