The song "Crop Circles" by Jon Bellion explores the deterioration of a relationship, using the metaphor of crop circles.
In the first verse, Bellion reflects on the state of their apartment, which was once a place where love existed. However, over time, the love has faded, leaving behind only remnants and reminders of what was once there. The cards and clothes left behind symbolize the memories and evidence of their past relationship. The line "Oh, I do not know" represents Bellion's confusion and uncertainty about when and how things changed.
The chorus delves into the transformation of the couple's feelings towards marriage. Wedding rings, once a symbol of commitment and love, have become insignificant and distant. The reference to "stranger things" suggests that their relationship has become unfamiliar and disconnected. Bellion metaphorically compares their current state to being trapped in the "upside down," a fictional world in the TV series "Stranger Things." The once joyful and lively moments spent dancing around the apartment are now marked by empty footprints, symbolizing the lack of connection and intimacy in their relationship.
The second verse continues the exploration of their deteriorating relationship. Bellion questions when their vibrations, symbolizing their emotional connection, turned into friction and tension. Their once enjoyable vacation has now become a distant memory, represented as fossils and fiction. They are trapped in a cycle of constant fighting, unable to break free, as indicated by the line "All we do is fight, and now we can't break the addiction." The repetition of "I do not know" echoes the theme of uncertainty and confusion throughout the song.
The repeated outro phrases, "In case you fucking forgot," add an element of frustration and resentment. It implies that the other person may have forgotten the significance and value of their past love, further highlighting the disconnection and loss experienced by Bellion.
Overall, "Crop Circles" conveys the sad reality of a relationship that has lost its spark and connection, leaving behind only remnants of what once was. The lyrics express the confusion, frustration, and longing for the way things used to be.