What's it about: Circumventing Death?

The song began life as I Rely on You, then other people told me to change the title. I thought it was too pretentious, but eventually gave in. The imagery was South Island stuff, as I miss the frosts and the cold. - As far as I'm aware, I've never said "I love you" in a song. Why? At a New Year's party in the 2010's, my brother and I met an Estonian bloke. He told us that most Estonians are fluent in English, but they never use those words, as they have a power that doesn't feel true to their relationships. Relying on someone else felt more comfortable. Like all love songs, it's about everyone and no one. - It's a hell of a good stanza, though: When the frost is fresh, I can see your breath: I rely on you Circumventing death. As Sondheim says, make it clear when it's not a rhyme. fresh/breath is assonance only -- doesn't sound like a rhyme, so it's all good.