The song 'Coming Down' by The Weeknd portrays a sense of loneliness and longing for a significant other, especially when feeling the effects of substances. The lyrics depict a cycle of indulgence, regret, and a constant desire for companionship to fill the emotional void caused by the lifestyle choices.
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Themes
Loneliness and longing
• I always want you when I'm (coming down)
• I'm all alone
Struggles with addiction
• Poppin' again, I tried to quit again
• 'Cause with this money comes problems
Emotional conflict
• I guess that I could only say one thing
• Hope you know what you mean to me