Tell me, how did this come to be? (How did I, how did I how did I, oh)
And now there's no hope for you and me

from The xx – Missing Lyrics on Rap Genius

Meaning

The pain of heartbreak has confused the heartless lover. They are unaware how this has happened, but they know that the outcome is negative for both parties involved.

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