Summary
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The song opens with Machine Gun Kelly reflecting on his past, referencing a robbery, early exposure to harsh realities, and the loss of friends. He touches on existential themes, questioning reality and discussing a period of psychedelic use that impacted his memory. The lyrics also hint at a disregard for societal norms and a critique of short attention spans.
The recurring chorus expresses a desire to avoid going out, highlighting a feeling of social aversion, encapsulated by the line 'Everybody sucks.' It also mentions agoraphobia, suggesting a struggle with leaving his home.
MGK asserts his unique artistic path, stating he refuses to be confined by genre. He sees himself as part of a movement of artists speaking their minds. He also addresses criticisms about his appearance over his work and finds a 'message spreading' through public scrutiny.
The artist delves into his personal struggles with sobriety, mentioning cigarettes as his only vice. He acknowledges his Pisces zodiac sign and the pervasive presence of 'depression' in his vocabulary. He speaks of overcoming adversaries, his past use of alcohol to escape, and the importance of therapy in coping with his 'solitary' problems. He also mentions supporting his friends, possibly through financial means ('commissary').
The song concludes with a desire for connection, asking if someone can make him 'smile again' or 'laugh again.' The outro also reveals that the entire album was made in his living room, emphasizing a raw, personal creative process and referencing his loyal friends ('day ones').