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In the broader concept of the hopeless fountain kingdom album, which is a reimagining of Romeo and Juliet , "Eyes Closed" fits into the "fountain" side of the story—the more vulnerable, longing, and tragic elements of a doomed romance. Musically, the track features a dark, synth-heavy production (co-written by The Weeknd) that mirrors the moody, suffocating feeling of being unable to let go.

The story centers on a protagonist who is physically with a new partner but mentally and emotionally trapped in a past relationship. It explores the "ghost" of an ex-lover who remains so vivid that the narrator must use self-deception just to function in their current reality. Key Themes of the Story halsey_eyes_closed_audio

: There is a jarring contrast between the narrator's actions (being "face to face with someone new") and her internal state (feeling like she is still with "you"). This creates a sense of guilt and emptiness, as neither the narrator nor the new partner is truly being seen. Creative Context In the broader concept of the hopeless fountain

The song by Halsey , released as a promotional single from her 2017 album hopeless fountain kingdom , tells a haunting story of lingering heartbreak and the struggle to move on. The Core Narrative It explores the "ghost" of an ex-lover who