The song "2003" by Nina Gordon is about longing for a relationship and expressing a desire to meet someone in the future. The lyrics suggest that the protagonist had something important to say to their partner, but they turned away before they could say it. Despite this, the protagonist still believes in a future together and hopes to meet again in the year 2003. The song expresses a sense of hope and anticipation for what the future can bring. The protagonist mentions having a "brilliant plan" and wanting to see what the future holds. They make a promise to be true and express their dedication to the relationship, even in the face of others who may see it as a selfish game. The lyrics convey a feeling of preciousness and value in the connection the protagonist has found with their partner. They want to cherish and protect this relationship, hence why they make a promise to be true and only play with their partner. The song captures the sentiment of wanting to reunite with a loved one and asks them to wait for the protagonist until they can be together again. It ends with a plea for the partner to understand the depth of the protagonist's feelings and for them to meet at the promised location when the protagonist is free.
