When I think about the themes that define Album Four (Broken), “I Bury Myself In Work To Forget You” stands out as one of its most vivid reflections on heartbreak. The track—and the poem it’s based on—explores a familiar crossroads many people face when a relationship ends but the emotions don’t quite let go. I wanted to present a story that captures the tension between lingering attachment and the impulse to keep moving.
The piece centers on someone caught between memory and momentum. There’s a recognition that moving forward is necessary, yet the weight of what once felt genuine makes that step difficult. The narrative follows a speaker who turns to work and constant activity as a way to quiet thoughts that refuse to settle. In that space, distractions become both a coping mechanism and a reminder of what’s unresolved.
In the official music video, the emotional landscape of the poem is expanded visually. It highlights the internal push and pull—acknowledging love for what it was, while understanding that holding on too tightly can keep a person from growing. The story isn’t about dwelling in pain; it’s about navigating the quiet struggle of releasing something that shaped someone deeply.
“I Bury Myself In Work To Forget You” reflects a universal conflict: remembering what mattered while learning to let it rest. Through this piece, I aim to offer a space where that complexity can be seen, felt, and understood.
