What have you heard?
No, don’t you dare answer me
There is a frailty
My only loyalty is what I owe to me
Don’t make it worse
I can find comfort in the words
I won’t let them out
I don’t need to speak it out to hear their sound
No more of your promise to change
I hope that you stay just the same
I wasn’t born yesterday
I’m not moving back to your negative space
Theme and Concept
The theme of “Yesterday” by Poppy revolves around self-empowerment, independence, and emotional resilience. The lyrics highlight a rejection of manipulation and a commitment to personal strength, focusing on not falling back into negative patterns. The singer asserts her autonomy, refusing to be controlled by promises of change or past mistakes. She values her own growth and stability over any toxic influence.
