The lyrics of "Today and Tomorrow" delve into the fragile beauty of young love and the inherent uncertainty of the future. VanderWaal has stated that she wanted the song to "capture the essence of being Stargirl" and the vulnerability that comes with deep connection. Key themes include:
"Today and Tomorrow" was penned by VanderWaal while she was in the process of filming Stargirl in the deserts of New Mexico. Though it was not originally planned for the movie, the song emerged organically as VanderWaal immersed herself in the titular character, Susan "Stargirl" Caraway. The lyrics of "Today and Tomorrow" delve into
Lyrics such as "One day I'll be old and ugly / Will you still be thinking of me?" highlight a mature perspective on aging and long-term commitment amidst the innocence of youth. Though it was not originally planned for the
Collaborating with producer Ido Zmishlany, VanderWaal opted for a raw, "hauntingly beautiful" acoustic arrangement. The song features only a simple ukulele and
The song features only a simple ukulele and VanderWaal's breathy, wise-beyond-her-years vocals, designed to capture the "magic" and spontaneity of the studio recording.