"Overs" explores the poignant theme of a couple growing tired of one another, a stark contrast to the belief in true love found in their earlier song "For Emily, Whenever I May Find Her." It delves into the loss of that initial belief, depicting a relationship where the spark has faded. The song was completed during sessions with John Simon for their 1968 album Bookends, and its lyrics notably feature almost no rhyme. It was even suggested to be inspired by the depiction of a loveless marriage in The Graduate. Playing this song means channeling the quiet resignation and weariness that can settle into a long-term relationship.