Phoebe Bridgers’ “Garden Song” takes a deep look into nostalgia, growth, and the way time goes by. Through its writing and imagery, it creates an emotional story for the listener.

One thing that stands out in this song is how it uses images to paint the song’s pictures. Phoebe does a great job at putting together gardens, roses, flatbeds, and water to create a setting. These elements transport audiences to a different time in their lives where they can remember what it was like to be carefree.

Repeating certain lines reinforces the song’s depth and makes it stick with listeners. Lines like “I don’t know when you got taller” give listeners something to chew on as they think about their own self-discoveries after growing up. Other lines such as “I don’t know how but I’m taller” dive into introspection as people think of everything they’ve done since they were young.

The song also uses many senses to bring out emotion in listeners. Those who listen closely will hear references of touch, smell, and taste throughout the track which allows them to feel more connected with the lyrics. Lyrics like “the doctor put her hands over my liver” make fans feel vulnerable too.

Each verse follows its own narrative structure while still flowing right into one another. The narrator reflects on past events and future goals while still not fully grasping the idea of change or a new lifestyle yet. They are constantly stuck between feeling unsure about life or wanting things from when they were younger.

“Garden Song” wouldn’t be complete without Bridgers’ angelic melody too. She keeps it simple and quiet so everyone can focus on what she’s saying — which is extremely important because that’s where all her feelings are poured out onto paper.

As fans continue listening over again they’ll realize that each individual piece of this puzzle tells its own story but comes together beautifully at the end. You can’t listen to this song without feeling anything, so be ready.