The Start
A heartfelt tribute to my grandfather, The Start captures the emotional core of where it all began. The lyrics “hey, can you hear this… it’s our song” is a call to someone who’s passed but still inspires. This is both an origin story and a reminder that support and love echo long after people are gone.

Every Day
This song paints a portrait of enduring love, inspired by my brother and his wife, who began dating in Kindergarten. It reflects on how some relationships withstand time and life’s changes. This is the first in a duology of songs describing relationships that shaped my perspective on love. 

Simple Words
Drawn from my sister’s pandemic-era engagement, Simple Words explores a love story shaped by uncertainty and distance. It stands as a contrast to everlasting love, showing how beautiful things can still fall apart. Through vulnerability, the song foreshadows the fragility of my own first love.

Everything
This track captures the rush of discovering your first love — the spark, the awe, and the feeling of being completely captivated. The story of a girl from music class becomes a symbol for innocence and possibility. It’s that moment where love feels pure and new.

You Broke Me
You Broke Me walks through the full arc of my relationship — from excitement to heartbreak. It’s raw, emotional, and painfully honest about what it feels like to lose someone who once felt like everything. This is the emotional climax of the album’s first half.

Handwritten Note
After heartbreak, Handwritten Note shifts the focus outward again, reflecting on love through observation. It’s a track that reads like an unsent letter — both nostalgic and heartwarming. Here, John starts to question where things went wrong and what love really means.

The Perfect Girl
Continuing that reflection, The Perfect Girl examines idealized love — the kind we imagine rather than truly experience. The idea of a perfect relationship is reminisced. The tone is upbeat, blending admiration with excitement.

The Story
Anger and resentment pulse through The Story, a raw reflection on the pain of betrayal and blame. It’s cathartic and confrontational, showing how grief often disguises itself as fury. Yet beneath the rage lies a desire to move forward, making this a crucial step in healing.

One
One marks a turning point — from bitterness to understanding. It recognizes that everyone makes mistakes and that forgiveness is part of growth. The song celebrates shared humanity and the unity found in imperfection. After all, we are all one.

I Love You
A new chapter begins with I Love You, where love is rediscovered through maturity and gratitude. The track feels lighter and grounded in experience. It suggests that love after pain can be real, even if it looks different than you thought.

Down in the River
This song serves as an act of praise and renewal, channeling spiritual undertones and cleansing imagery. It’s about surrender — letting go of control and trusting in something greater. The river becomes a metaphor for faith, hope, and peace.

Last
The closing track ties the entire journey together with a simple but powerful message: make every moment last. It’s an anthem for moving forward — forgiving the past, embracing the present, and cherishing fleeting time. Last doesn’t just end the album; it completes the circle of growth.