Detention is a song about viewing our mishaps as opportunities for growth, rather than seeing these situations as unforgivable failures. This song is sung from the perspective of a teacher using this brief moment to sit down with the student and encourage them to see outside of themselves. The teacher is not punishing or demonizing the student for their stumble. But rather, showing the pupil that everyone makes mistakes and by learning from these experiences, we can become the best version of ourselves and make the world a better place. Soon, the student will become the teacher and the younger generation will be behind the wheel. Hopefully these lessons learned through real life experiences will guide our flawed past towards a perfect tomorrow.
