The song "Chinese Restaurant" by Scott Helman is about a person who has only seen someone they are attracted to once, in a Chinese restaurant. The narrator wishes to be this person's comfort and build them a home where they can feel safe and loved. They also wish to be their journal, a place where they can confide all their hopes and dreams. The narrator expresses regret for not having the guts to talk to the person they saw in the restaurant. They also acknowledge that they know they might not be good for the person they are attracted to, but they still feel a strong connection and are willing to die for them. Overall, the song is about longing for someone and wishing to be a source of comfort and happiness for them, even if it may not be possible.
