The line "Choking on the same old seeds" is visceral. It suggests that the environment they grew up in (the suburbs) is now toxic. The seeds represent potential—perhaps the future they planned together—that has now rotted. This turns nostalgia into a suffocating force.
Note: These lyrics are transcribed from the original audio release. Vaniah is known for leaving slight imperfections in her vocal takes to preserve emotional authenticity. Osana Lyrics Vaniah
Then the dreams started.
In the second verse, the lyrics depict the end of the year and the festive atmosphere of Christmas, mentioning Christmas trees and the exchange of gifts to mark the birth of the "baby". The line "Choking on the same old seeds" is visceral
This duality is what makes the song so powerful. It allows the listener to bring their burdens to the song (the plea) and leave with a sense of peace (the praise). This turns nostalgia into a suffocating force