This song by Guo Ding, “Wasn’t It Agreed,” delves into the emotional aftermath of a broken promise and the pain of a failed relationship.
The slight warmth in the air creates an illusion of warmth, but it disappears as soon as the subject takes a detour. This symbolizes the fleeting nature of the relationship. The transition from day to night parallels the subject’s disillusionment with the partner’s excuses, culminating in the realization that there was no proper closure.
The singer initially believed that love could solve their problems, only to realize that this belief was one-sided. The line “watching my heart crumble piece by piece” reflects the emotional devastation, while “dropping your pieces of indifference” highlights the partner’s lack of empathy.
The repeated phrase “wasn’t it agreed” underscores the unfulfilled promises and expectations. The partner fails to deliver on the commitment to explore the world together, maintain an unwithering love, and express gratitude towards each other. The absence of an apology further exacerbates the hurt.
The final repetition of “wasn’t it agreed” emphasizes the singer’s lingering disbelief and the stark contrast between the initial promises and the current reality. The singer is left alone with a sense of urgency, highlighting the asymmetry in the emotional investment of the relationship.