Meaning of "Spangle" by The Wedding Present

The lyrics of "Spangle" convey a sense of deep hurt and betrayal in the context of a relationship where one person feels deceived and heartbroken. The narrator expresses a mix of confusion and hurt as they confront the reality of being misled and ultimately coming to the realization that they were wrong to trust the other person. The lines "did you say you met some neighbor?" and "how long have you had this planned?" suggest a sense of shock and disbelief at the other person's actions, leading to a feeling of being played for a fool. Despite the initial confusion and pain, the narrator eventually comes to a decision to let go, as evidenced by the lines "I'm not gonna share you with no one" and "surprise, I've got eyes, now goodbye." The song captures the rollercoaster of emotions that come with realizing a betrayal, from hurt to acceptance and the resolution to move on.