In his new song “Off Grid,” GUNNAR is prepared to walk out of the city. He starts off the song by saying he hasn’t been doing too well, which sets the tone for the rest of the song, showing how he’s feeling burdened by a lifestyle that has lost its charm. With bars that are always packed, costly drinks, nights spent out late, and being in a city where he feels lonely, GUNNAR portrays the awkwardness of being among people but not connected to any.
This feeling of frustration soon transforms into the need for change: “I’m cutting ties with all the places I’ve been / I’m gonna go off grid.” This makes the main theme of the song quite evident. GUNNAR is not just seeking a change in his surroundings but a complete break from everything that has made him feel trapped. It is the notion of “going off grid,” which holds the key to his renewal and freedom.
In addition, the further GUNNAR’s imagination progresses in the course of the song, the more vivid becomes his description of such an escape. “Picture us packing up the car / leaving in the dark / you know that Texas ain’t that far” helps to represent someone who is willing to exchange the hustle and bustle of a city for something else – quietness and tranquility. Within this verse, he also reveals the introduction of a woman who helps to make that life easier to picture.
At its core, “Off Grid” is all about realizing when the life you have grown accustomed to doesn’t feel like home anymore. Sure, there may be a lot of people around in the city, but GUNNAR’s lyrics clearly describe how lonely one can feel in such surroundings. Ultimately, the recurring theme of going off grid takes on a different meaning for Gunnar since he starts to realize what really matters to him and brings happiness. “Off Grid” is GUNNAR’s way of switching from city life to a better life ahead.
