[Bridge: Oliver] Hot wax has left me with a shine Wouldn't know if I'd been left behind Second skin, second skin
[Outro: Romy] I can't let it out, I still let you in I can't let it out, I still let you in
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“Basic Space” is about sex and intimacy in a new-relationship. The song, written solely by band member Romy Madley-Croft, utilizes several metaphors including water, stone, wax, and connection to allude to their intimacy.
The song is included as the eighth track on The xx’s self-titled debut, and has arguably the most upbeat production out of any of the tracks on the record.
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