In this poignant ballad, the artist explores her journey from a toxic and controlling relationship to one that brings comfort and stability. The lyrics depict the struggle of recognizing manipulation and jealousy disguised as care in a previous relationship. She uses vivid imagery such as "homemade cooking" and "Sunday sleepin' in" to describe her new-found love, symbolizing warmth, security, and tranquility. The repeated phrase "I thought I knew what love was" underscores her realization about the distorted perception of love she had before. Ultimately, this song is about self-discovery and understanding true love's essence - it should feel comforting, respectful, and secure.
