The song "Fashion Forward" by The Home Team tells the story of someone infatuated with another person, particularly their physical appearance. The lyrics express the desire to see beyond the surface and understand what lies beneath. The speaker is willing to play games and be captivated by the other person's looks. The song talks about watching the other person on stage, admiring their body and longing to touch their hair. However, the speaker is not interested in becoming just friends and wants to keep what they can with no expectations of a lasting relationship. Despite knowing that the other person may not be the best for them, the speaker believes they can handle their own peace of mind. They question if it is better to keep their feelings inside or if they are good enough to be the other person's type. The speaker hopes that the other person will open their eyes to see the love and vulnerability the speaker is showing. The lyrics also highlight the speaker's intense desire for the other person. They feel that the other person knows the effect they have on them and wonder if the attraction is mutual. The speaker acknowledges that they may be nothing more than a passing day in the life of the other person, but they are willing to give themselves up for this chance at love. As the song progresses, the speaker becomes conflicted. They feel lost for words to describe the look the other person gave them and what was communicated through their eyes. The speaker believed they were the other person's, but they find it hard to say hello or goodbye. The song concludes with the realization that the speaker can't handle themselves and wishes they were someone else. They express their obsession with the other person and their inability to resist their captivating charm. The speaker has become a slave to the other person's open eyes, losing their own sense of control. Overall, "Fashion Forward" explores themes of infatuation, longing, and the struggle to maintain self-control in the face of intense attraction. The lyrics describe the speaker's internal conflict and their desire to understand the other person beyond their physical appearance.
