Every single piece of art GUEST LIST has put into the world has been worked on over the internet. The group centralizes all of their ideas in a private Discord server, and use it as their main method of communication every day and have since the groups inception in 2018.
After months of teasing it GUEST LIST dropped their debut album on January 1st 2022, WHEN THE LIGHT OF THE MOON HITS THE SHORE. 15 tracks and over 50 minutes of material this dreamy and hazy album about the reeling effects of loss did not disappoint. Every single member is coming through the strongest they ever have. The instrumentals are awe inducing and absolutely gripping. The future looks bright for this internet based group of friends.
Mental
Guest list Lyrics
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Drippin' fontaine but you can′t see above
Liquid propane flowing through me, blow up
I don't need your love
I don't need no love
Drippin′ fontaine but you can′t see above
Liquid propane flowing through me, blow up
I don′t need no love
Drippin' fontaine but you can′t see above
Liquid propane flowing through me, blow up
I don't need your love
I don′t need no love
Drippin' fontaine but you can't see above
Liquid propane flowing through me, blow up
I don′t need your love
Went and saw a bitch ay
Fix my feelins ′bout a bitch ay
Didn't fucking work
Time to cut out all the bitches ay
Doctor, doctor, looking grey
Be more healthy take some whey
Ride out all the time and pain
Lets take off these fucking chains, chains
Bitches drag these chains, strapped up on my fucking brain
Gotta check my brain is sane, while I′m dancing in the rain
While I'm dancing in the rain, with the-
Best be ready, get it started
In ten minutes, I′m departing
From this party
Best believe we gettin naughty, yeah
Best be ready, get it started
In ten minutes, I'm departing
From this party
Best believe we gettin naughty, yeah
Best be ready, get it started
In ten minutes, I′m departing
From this party
Best believe we gettin naughty, yeah
Best be ready, get it started
In ten minutes, I'm departing
From this party
Best believe we gettin naughty, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Didn't fuckin- believe
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Didn′t fuckin- believe
The lyrics of "Mental" by Guest List emphasize that the singer does not need anyone's love and can only rely on himself. The first verse repeats "I don't need no love," emphasizing that the singer does not want to be tied down to anyone. The mention of "drippin' Fontaine" could be a reference to the luxury brand or a metaphor for the singer's lifestyle, which is flashy and opulent. However, the singer suggests that others cannot see beyond the surface level of his life. The line "Liquid propane flowing through me, blow up" seems to imply that the singer is fueled by intensity and passion, and they are likely to blow up if someone tries to hold them back.
The second verse juxtaposes the singer's attempts to cope with their feelings about a woman with their desire to be free from attachment. The singer admits that seeking out a woman's company did not fix their feelings and now is the time to "cut out all the bitches." The reference to "riding out all the time and pain" suggests that the singer has been enduring emotional turmoil but is now ready to break free. The line "Bitches drag these chains, strapped up on my fucking brain" could be interpreted as the singer feeling weighed down by past relationships or society's expectations for men in relationships. They want to ensure their mind is sane while they dance in the rain, indicating a desire to find happiness and freedom.
Overall, "Mental" by Guest List seems to focus on seeking independence and personal freedom while also acknowledging the difficulty of navigating emotions and relationships. The song also suggests that the singer wants to let loose and have a good time, perhaps reflecting their desire for a carefree lifestyle.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't need no love
The singer is expressing that they don't require love in their life.
Drippin' fontaine but you can't see above
The singer has a lot of riches, but people don't see the struggles and challenges that come along with them.
Liquid propane flowing through me, blow up
The singer feels like there's a lot of energy and pent up aggression within them that could cause them to explode.
Went and saw a bitch ay
The artist encountered a woman.
Fix my feelings ′bout a bitch ay
The artist attempted to deal with their emotions surrounding this woman.
Didn't fucking work
The singer's attempts to deal with their emotions were unsuccessful.
Time to cut out all the bitches ay
The singer feels like it's time to remove all women from their life.
Doctor, doctor, looking grey
The artist feels like they need medical attention due to their emotional state.
Be more healthy take some whey
The artist is suggesting that they need to take better care of themselves by consuming protein powder.
Ride out all the time and pain
The artist is expressing that they will push through and endure any hardships they may face.
Lets take off these fucking chains, chains
The singer is using chains as a metaphor for the emotional burdens they're carrying and wants to be free of them.
Bitches drag these chains, strapped up on my fucking brain
The artist feels like the women in their life are causing them emotional distress that's weighing them down.
Gotta check my brain is sane, while I'm dancing in the rain
The singer feels like they need to ensure their mental stability while they are experiencing joy.
Best be ready, get it started
The singer is indicating the start of an event.
In ten minutes, I'm departing
The singer intends to leave the event soon.
From this party
The artist is referring to the event they're attending.
Best believe we gettin naughty, yeah
The artist is suggesting that they and their companions are going to act in a mischievous or wild manner while at the event.
Yeah, yeah, yeah Didn't fuckin- believe
The singer is expressing their disbelief.
Writer(s): Jacob Edwards, Milo Kavanagh, Sam Connor
Contributed by Juliana C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.