The Hails' song Empty Castles is about a person who is being asked for help by someone they used to know, but they no longer want to be involved with. The lyrics suggest that the person seeking help is struggling with something, but the narrator believes that they would be better off figuring things out on their own. The chorus talks about how the narrator is there for the other person, but only as long as it's easy for them. The song also touches on the idea of feeling alone, as the person seeking help is described as having "nights alone with your friends" which leads them to the edge. The line "empty castles don't pretend" could be interpreted as a reference to the other person's inner turmoil, and how they are trying to fill a void with superficial things. Overall, Empty Castles is a song about setting boundaries and self-preservation, while also acknowledging the complexity of human relationships and the struggles that people may face.
