Habits (Stay High) (Tove Lo)

“Habits (Stay High)” by Tove Lo is a song about coping with heartbreak through self-destructive behaviors, ultimately finding empowerment in reclaiming control over one’s life.

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The song’s lyrics depict a protagonist who is trying to numb the pain of a recent breakup by indulging in various vices, such as partying and substance use.

The refrain “I eat my dinner in my bathtub / Then I go to sex clubs / Watching freaky people gettin’ it on” illustrates a desperate attempt to escape emotional pain through hedonistic activities.

The phrase “Stay high” serves as a metaphor for maintaining a state of detachment from reality to avoid confronting the heartbreak.

However, the song also hints at a gradual realization of self-worth and the need to move on, as seen in lines like “I’m gonna put my body first / And love me so hard ’til it hurts”.

This suggests a journey from dependency on external validation to self-empowerment and self-love.

The song’s upbeat tempo and catchy melody contrast with its dark lyrical content, highlighting the duality of pleasure and pain in the healing process.