In “Decide by Southbank”, the lyrics are centered around the weight of waiting for a response that never comes around. Southbank is writing from a place where time stands still, with every day feeling like a repeat. However, it is easy to see that the lyrics convey the feeling of waiting that can manifest itself as anger when one is not in control of the response one gets.

Southbank adopts repetition to reflect the cycle of waiting. The concept of days passing together reflects the draining effect that waitage may have on the energy and happiness associated with live. The element of being held captive is particularly evident in the sense that nothing much seems to be happening if the waitage period is yet to be responded to. This is made even more evident by the aspects shown involving sleepless nights and overthinking. The lyrics convey an element of frustration, but this is with no aspect of aggression.

One of the strengths of Decide is that the distrust expressed in the story of “Southbank” is reflected in the choice of these words. They embody the efforts of a person to remain rationale yet growing tired of the wait. This ambivalence is present both for understanding the requirement for taking time and for feeling offended by the mixed signals. This ambivalence is expressed effectively by “Southbank.”

The lyrics also deal with aspects of trust, confusion, and relationships. Southbank expresses doubt over actions that do not correlate with words, giving it another layer of emotional depth. This part transitions the song from a silence of waiting towards a silence of confusion, illustrating how silence is as hurtful as indifference. The mood, however, is still controlled, having a focus on clarification rather than accusation.

Throughout “Decide,” Southbank communicates through straightforward language, making the meaning more powerful. The plea for a definite decision is not only about another person, but about a need to release emotions. The songs illustrate how staying for a lack of information may lead to a sense of injustice and tiredness, but to release those emotions may be liberating. “Decide” is a refreshing yet realistic take on indecision, patience, and a need to make a decision to finally “decide.”