Rubber's song "Hopeless" is about a person who has lost interest in their relationship and is trying to distance themselves from their partner who hasn't changed despite their efforts. The lyrics talk about how the protagonist remembers when they used to want to be with their partner, but now they are only saving up excuses to avoid them. The protagonist describes their partner as "hopeless to insane" and compares loving them to "eating broken glass" - something painful and difficult to tolerate. The protagonist is sick of the cliches and empty words in their relationship and longs for a time when they could say "I don't really love you" without it being a shame. They have been sneaking out of their back door to avoid their partner and fear what they might do if they confront them in person. The song ends with a hint that the protagonist may even resort to driving away from their partner if they do encounter them, as they hold onto them like a shooting star. Overall, "Hopeless" highlights the frustration and longing for distance that can occur in relationships that are no longer fulfilling. Despite the painful nature of the song, it acknowledges the complex emotions that can arise when trying to navigate a failing relationship.
