New Rules

"Talkin' in my sleep at night, makin' myself crazy"

This line conveys the internal conflict and anxiety caused by thoughts of the ex-partner.

"He makes me feel like nobody else, nobody else"

This highlights the intense emotional connection felt, despite the negative consequences.

"Don't pick up the phone, you know he's only callin' 'cause he's drunk and alone"

This rule emphasizes the need to resist temptation, recognizing the partner's manipulative behavior.

"Don't let him in, you'll have to kick him out again"

This suggests the cyclical nature of their relationship and the importance of maintaining boundaries.

"And if you're under him, you ain't gettin' over him"

This line underscores the idea that physical intimacy complicates emotional healing.

"I keep pushin' forwards, but he keeps pullin' me backwards"

This illustrates the struggle between the desire to move on and the pull of past attachments.

"Practice makes perfect, I'm still tryna learn it by heart"

This reflects the ongoing effort to internalize these new rules and change behavior.

"I gotta tell them to myself"

This emphasizes the need for self-affirmation and the importance of self-talk in overcoming emotional challenges.

"Don't be his friend, you know you're gonna wake up in his bed in the mornin'"

This warns against the dangers of maintaining a friendship that could lead to rekindling the romance.

"I got new rules, I count ' em"

This repetition signifies the commitment to change and the establishment of personal boundaries.