Lil Peep was described as a "SoundCloud rapper", and his musical style is considered lo-fi rap or emo-trap. The New York Times defined Åhr as the Kurt Cobain of lo-fi rap and described his music as gloomy and diabolically melodic. Åhr's music generally draws on both southern US rap and the angsty introspection of the rock subgenre post-hardcore.
In 2015, Åhr released his first mixtape, Lil Peep Part One, which generated 4,000 plays in its first week. Shortly thereafter, he released his first extended play, Feelz, and another mixtape, Live Forever. In 2016, Åhr released two seminal mixtapes, Crybaby and Hellboy.
skyscrapers
LIL PEEP Lyrics
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Hotel rooms and skyscrapers
I got a new pair of shoes to impress her
She fell in love with the devil, the worst
Love now, cry later, it hurts
Hotel rooms and skyscrapers
I got a new pair of shoes to impress her
Love now, cry later, it hurts
Love now, cry later, cry later
But, I always take the chance
But, I always take the chance
If I could save her
If I could save her
She said she got other plans, damn
Hotel rooms and skyscrapers
I got a new pair of shoes to impress her
She fell in love with the devil, the worst
Love now, cry later, it hurts
Hotel rooms and skyscrapers
I got a new pair of shoes to impress her
She fell in love with the devil, the worst
Love now, cry later, it hurts
In the song “Skyscrapers,” Lil Peep reflects on a past love affair he had while touring and traveling, represented by the imagery of hotel rooms and skyscrapers. He shares that he bought himself a new pair of shoes to impress the girl and that she fell in love with the devil, the worst. The phrase “love now, cry later, it hurts” is repeated throughout, emphasizing the idea that taking risks in love can lead to heartbreak. Lil Peep acknowledges that he always takes that chance, but in this situation, he cannot save her because she has other plans.
The lyrics suggest that Lil Peep is no stranger to heartbreak, and he continues to take the risk of falling in love despite the potential pain it can bring. The use of the devil as a metaphor for the girl his love interest fell for adds a layer of darkness to the already melancholy mood of the song. The chorus is catchy, and the repetition of the line “hotel rooms and skyscrapers” serves as a metaphor for the transitory nature of Lil Peep's life on tour.
Line by Line Meaning
Hotel rooms and skyscrapers
I'm living in the high life with luxurious accommodation like a hotel room or a skyscraper.
I got a new pair of shoes to impress her
I want to impress my lover and show her that I am capable of providing for her by getting new shoes.
She fell in love with the devil, the worst
My lover fell for someone who can hurt her, and it's the worst thing that can happen between us.
Love now, cry later, it hurts
We might be in love now, but there's a chance we'll have to suffer from a painful goodbye in the future, which would hurt.
But, I always take the chance
Despite the risk of getting hurt, I take a chance and keep trying in my relationship.
If I could save her
If I could be the one to rescue my lover from her terrible situation, I would do it.
She said she got other plans, damn
My lover has other plans and priorities that she needs to attend to, making our relationship difficult to continue.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Benjamin Gibbard, Christopher Walla, Gustav Ahr, Jerick Quilisadio
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mallyletoya2690
Crazy how he died 3 years ago and we all still remember him and listen to him every single day
his music never dies
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@Maplelust
I don't wanna be that guy, but technically he didn't die 3 years ago until November.
@anthonyherrera9883
Every single day❤🎶🎧
@sydneyloeff207
frrr👑😌
@Nicglez
2023 still sooo dawn good, peep 4ever
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Peep 4ever 🖤
@Maplelust
stfu. it doesn't matter what year it is.
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