Bubble Gum Lyrics – Clairo

The lyrics of "Bubble Gum" by Clairo revolves around themes of unrequited love, longing, and the bittersweet nature of romantic feelings. Clairo, the singer, expresses regret for not taking a chance on a romantic opportunity ("Sorry I didn't kiss you, But it's obvious I wanted to"). She compares the feeling of unexpressed affection to swallowing bubble gum, which she metaphorically describes as a curse. Despite her desire, she feels unlucky in love, and this feeling is emphasized by the imagery of swallowing gum and the ensuing consequences.

[Verse 1]
In the first verse, Clairo expresses her regret for not acting on her romantic feelings. She apologizes for not kissing the person she desires, despite clearly wanting to do so. The imagery of "bubble gum down my throat" conveys a sense of discomfort and unease, symbolizing the feeling of holding back emotions. The mention of luck getting worse suggests a sense of resignation or acceptance of her unfortunate situation.

[Chorus]
The chorus highlights the consequences of Clairo's metaphorical action of swallowing bubble gum. She reflects on the idea that the next seven years will be challenging or "pretty dumb" due to her actions. The imagery of pink flowers growing from her skin and Pepto Bismol veins suggests the physical and emotional toll of unexpressed feelings. Despite the discomfort, she grins, perhaps indicating a sense of acceptance or resignation to her fate....Read More