The song "Good Thing" by Suriel Hess is about the fear of becoming too attached to someone and the consequences that can come with it. The lyrics depict the feeling of being addicted to someone and wanting to be close to them but at the same time being afraid of taking too much of them. The phrase "too much of a good thing" is repeated throughout the song to emphasize this fear and the idea that something good can ultimately be harmful. The song's verses talk about how the protagonist enjoys the rush of being with this person but is scared of taking too much and overdosing on their presence. They cover up their feelings and take one step at a time to make sure they don't become overwhelmed. The chorus reinforces the fear of too much, with the protagonist admitting they might like being "wasted" on this person but are scared it might be all too much. Overall, "Good Thing" speaks to the conflicting emotions that come with falling in love and the fear of becoming too attached. It is a cautionary tale that warns against the dangers of too much of a good thing.
