The Undertones' song "Thrill Me" is about the narrator's past relationship and the feelings they experienced during that time. The lyrics reflect on how the narrator used to say sweet things to their partner in an effort to make them stay, despite knowing deep down that things wouldn't change. They had "delusions" and hoped that their partner loved them, but eventually had to leave that belief behind. The lyrics also mention how the narrator's emotions wore them down, feeling overwhelmed with unknown feelings and being unable to express themselves fully. They state that they saw everything their partner did and followed their instructions, but couldn't get close to them. Nevertheless, they hold onto the hope that someday, somehow, they might be able to. Despite the narrator's doubts and the uncertainty in their relationship, their partner continues to thrill them. The phrase "like the open sky above me, you thrill me all the time" indicates that their partner brings excitement and happiness into their life. Overall, "Thrill Me" captures the bittersweet emotions of love, longing, and uncertainty in a relationship, with the narrator realizing that they never expected their partner to truly love them, but still finding joy in the moments they share together.
