on some state school campus…
you and finn meet in your “little” state school. (i was honestly going to write it as some northwestern liberal arts school but that’s too predictable. he does kinda give the vibe though lol).
he runs the college radio station along with a couple of other friends who are probably all assholes about music. the kind of guys who roll their eyes of you haven't heard of some aphex twin demo but will also listen to kanye west and excuse his behavior.
unlike his friends, finn sorta enjoys the fact that you guys have the same music taste, niche or not, he appreciates someone who doesn't complain about how old a song is or how weird it sounds. it's kind of a relief for him as a music lover.
weekends turn into smoking weed at his off campus apartment, trying to layer guitar loops, talking about how college was supposed to be a new start but you still feel the weight of the world on you. there's a dull ache in both of your chests when you guys talk about emotional stuff like that. especially when finn reveals he doesn't actually know what he's majoring in or when you talk about your hometown and no matter where you go… there you are.
sophomore spring turns into a spontaneous road trip to the south. think billboard signs about jesus, him complaining about your feet on his dash, and you brushing the damp, sweat-stained piece of hair off his face when he's sleeping.
the air feels warm. cicadas are buzzing. of course, you bring your guitar. as you sit on the bed at some janky motel, you swear to each other you’ll never become your parents.
(not totally obsessed with this but enjoy! I’ve been neglecting this account lol)