Modern times call for modern songs and Miss Bootleg’s 'Ellipsis (Lose Your Words)' is a sweet and mild slice of indie electropop, tackling the surprisingly profound grief of losing an online friend.
The lyrics cleverly capture the peculiarities of digital mourning, from discovering the news via a Facebook post and frantically saving “every gif and joke”, to the rather lovely image of “three dots upon my heart” representing everything left unsaid.
The softly phrased vocals suit the subject beautifully, while the simple, smooth production gradually gathers momentum towards a more robust ending. It’s an understated but thoughtful reflection on how social media can fuel nostalgia, preserve friendships - and make their loss feel remarkably real.