The song explores the "uneasy emotional territory" of long-distance relationships.
The track emerged from a spontaneous studio session in Auckland when (Ella Yelich-O'Connor) had a day off from touring. Broods - Heartlines
"Heartlines" is a synthpop anthem by New Zealand duo from their 2016 album Conscious . It is highly regarded for its high-profile collaboration with fellow Kiwi artist Lorde and its innovative use of technology in its visual presentation. Core Origins and Collaboration The song explores the "uneasy emotional territory" of
: Phrases like "fool the datelines" and "jump the state lines" represent the desire to bypass physical and temporal barriers to be with a partner. Broods - Heartlines