Taste

The Lingering Presence of a Past Love

The song 'Taste' explores the complexity of love relationships and the persistence of memories of a past relationship. The lyrics suggest two main interpretations: the first is that Sabrina is an ex-girlfriend who is impossible to forget, and the second is that she is a mistress, always coming and going from the life of this former partner. Both interpretations are rich in metaphors and emotional nuances, reflecting the depth of human connections and the difficulty of letting go of someone who was once important.

In the first interpretation, Sabrina is the ex who left an indelible mark. The lyrics 'You'll just have to taste me when he's kissin' you' suggest that, even if the ex is in a new relationship, he still carries the memories and sensations of his time with Sabrina. This is reinforced by the line 'Every time you close your eyes and feel his lips, you're feelin' mine', indicating that the memories are so vivid that they override the new experiences. The song talks about the difficulty of moving on and how memories of a past relationship can haunt new beginnings.

In the second interpretation, Sabrina is the lover who continues to influence her ex's life, even from a distance. The lyrics 'Now I'm gone, but you're still layin' next to me, one degree of separation' suggest that, although they are no longer physically together, the emotional connection still persists. The idea of 'taste' here is a metaphor for Sabrina's continued and inescapable presence in her ex's life, even when he's with someone else. This creates a dynamic of possessiveness and constant remembrance, where the new partner can never really have the ex to herself, because he is always, in some way, connected to Sabrina.

'Taste' is a song that captures the essence of complicated relationships and lingering memories. Sabrina uses sensory metaphors and a lyrical narrative to explore how the past can influence the present, making it difficult for everyone involved to move on completely.