The beauty about really good song lyrics is that people an apply them to all sorts of different situations. I think most can agree that the basic message of this song is that he didn't realize what he had until it was too late. This reminds me of my ex boyfriend. He suffers from depression, he always wants what he can't have. has a grass is greener view on life and is always running from one situation to the next, trying to find happiness. But he never does. He left me once, and realized after a week or so that he wanted me back, I accepted him, because I love him and I accept him for all his flaws, even his depression. He was great for a while, but then he became depressed again and left me a few days ago. This song reminds me of his situation. He can't see how great our relationship is (when not depressed), until he removes himself from the situation. I am not sure how many times I can allow him to do this to me. Until he fixes the issues that cause his depression or fear or self loathing, I don't think he will ever fully commit to me. My heart breaks for him.