Lyrics like "Baby I want to drink you in like oxygen" suggest a love that is both vital and overwhelming.
"House On Fire" uses fire as a central metaphor for an intense, possibly destructive relationship.
Some interpretations suggest the song depicts an abusive relationship , where the speaker is addicted to the "pain" and "heat" of the situation, even if it leads to self-destruction.
A "jingly-jangly keyboard" kicks in during the first chorus, giving it a bright, almost carnival-like sound. Lyrical Themes and Analysis