Meaning of "Concubine" by Thomas Azier

The song "Concubine" delves into the complexities of a toxic relationship filled with passion and destruction. The protagonist is consumed by their sweet concubine, who keeps them up all night in a cycle of indulgence and escapism. The imagery of wasting wine and time symbolizes the destructive and futile nature of their connection. The repeated lines about letting it all flow down suggest a desire to let go and surrender to the chaos, as represented by the flowing rivers and being pulled down by cheap spirits to the ocean floor. The lyrics capture the feeling of being caught in a downward spiral fueled by desire and destruction" style="color:inherit; font-weight:900; background-color: #ebfbd3;">self-destruction, ultimately leading to a sense of being overwhelmed and lost.