When feelings of love stir up both excitement and anxiety, expressing them becomes a delicate dance of vulnerability. This song explores the internal struggle of someone deeply attracted to another person but hesitant to confess their feelings for fear of ruining their existing relationship. The metaphor of "butterflies" represents those nervous, fluttering sensations of attraction, while the "moth in your flame" imagery suggests the potentially dangerous nature of being drawn to someone. The narrator wrestles with uncertainty, wondering if their romantic feelings are reciprocated or if they're misreading signals ("green lights are just in my head"). Throughout the song, there's a palpable tension between desire and fear - the yearning to transform their connection into something more while being terrified of losing what they already share.
