The song and video weave together several dark, cautionary tales of youthful struggle:
: It isn't a "bratty" rebellion but a statement that you are the only person who knows what is right for you.
According to Verified Commentary on Genius , YUNGBLUD wrote "parents" as a tribute to .
: Chris Greatti, Zakk Cervini, and YUNGBLUD himself.
: A story of a teacher and student whose relationship ends in tragedy due to jealousy.