Modern Loneliness

Who it's for

Lauv's song is about how social media can make people feel more connected yet lonelier than ever.

Feelings it meets

• Loneliness
• Envy
• Depression

What it is

"Modern Loneliness" is a song by Lauv (Ari Leff) from his debut album How I'm Feeling. It is about loneliness in the modern age: social media keeps people more connected than ever, yet those connections often cannot replace real-life relationships. Lauv said it is about feeling isolated even when surrounded by people, something he believes many in his generation share.

Where to find it

All major streaming services.

Before you start

Age: All ages

I have my stars in the sky, But oh for my little lamp unlit in my house.Rabindranath Tagore, Stray Birds, no. 146