The song "When Lonely Comes Around" by Vince Gill talks about the struggle of moving on from a past love and dealing with loneliness. The lyrics describe the daily routine of waking up to the same reminders of the person who is no longer in the protagonist's life. Despite trying to move on, memories of the past relationship keep haunting him. The chorus suggests that the pain of the breakup can be momentarily hidden or suppressed. The protagonist tries to put on a brave face and smile, but deep down, the sadness and loneliness persist. The feeling of isolation is emphasized through the line "Still you try to smile, 'cause nothing's gonna get you down 'til silence is the only sound." The protagonist tries various tactics to distract themselves from the loneliness, like turning up the volume on the TV and radio or seeking long-distance connections. However, the ghost of the past relationship remains, and the protagonist struggles to fully move on. The song captures the universal experience of feeling alone and longing for someone who is no longer a part of our lives. It portrays the difficulty of letting go and finding inner peace amidst the silence and emptiness left behind.
