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"Never Going Back" is a powerful song about the cyclical nature of a toxic relationship and the internal struggle of breaking free from its grasp. The lyrics depict the intense emotional turmoil experienced by the protagonist, who finds themselves repeatedly drawn back to a partner despite recognizing the relationship's destructive impact. The opening verse encapsulates this conflict, describing how the protagonist loses control and feels a part of themselves being eroded away in the presence of their partner. Each time they resolve to leave ("I say I’m never going back"), they find themselves succumbing once again to the allure ("then I relapse"), highlighting the addictive and overpowering nature of the relationship.

The chorus intensifies this theme, likening the partner to a drug that the protagonist is struggling to quit. This metaphor powerfully conveys the intensity of the attachment and the difficulty of withdrawal, despite the evident harm it causes. The bridge offers a glimpse into the protagonist's desire for change, their intent to replace thoughts of this partner with someone new, and to rediscover their own identity. Yet, even as they acknowledge the need for an intervention, the chorus's return underscores the challenge of this endeavor. "Never Going Back" delves into the heart-wrenching cycle of toxic love, capturing the raw emotion and the difficult journey towards self-liberation amidst the echoes of a turbulent past.