The song "Right About Now" by Ty Herndon is about regretting a past decision and realizing that the person you left behind was right all along. The lyrics depict a situation where the narrator's former partner is finding happiness and contentment in their life without them, while the narrator is left feeling empty and longing for what they had. The song begins with the narrator acknowledging that their ex-partner is likely waking up in the morning, enjoying the warmth of the sun and savoring their coffee. They admit that they wish they could be more than just a memory to their ex-partner, implying that they still have feelings for them. The chorus reflects the regret that the narrator feels for not listening to their ex-partner when they warned that they would be missed if the narrator left. The line "I'll never think of you again" shows the initial defiance and determination to move on, but the narrator realizes that they were wrong. They admit that their ex-partner was right all along, emphasizing the phrase "And she so right about now." The second verse delves deeper into the narrator's regrets. They question whether they should be the one who has moved on and found happiness. They admit that there is nothing right about their current situation and that their ex-partner's prediction has come true. Overall, "Right About Now" tells a story of regret, longing, and recognizing the value of a past relationship. The narrator realizes that they made a mistake, and they now understand the genuine happiness and contentment their ex-partner had in their life.
