Maya Hawke's song Backup Plan is a love song about wanting to be everything and anything that her partner might have lost or misplaced and is looking for. She lists various items such as pencils, dress socks, charger, bike lock, dirtbag, small cash, pocket change, and even an eyelash. The song also touches upon deeper emotions and secrets such as a torrid affair, secret shame, and a dream planted in the forest. The lyrics reveal the desire to be the backup plan, the safety net, and the go-to person for her loved one. The chorus repeats the desire to be anything lost that the partner might be looking for, emphasizing the depth of love and devotion. The song also includes a playful line about being kicked out of bed for a guitar. Overall, Backup Plan is a sweet and unique take on a love song, expressing the depth of love and wanting to be there for every aspect of the partner's life, even the small and mundane details.
