His direct influences are the lyric writing of vocalists like Tom Waits and Isaac Brock; the wordplay and quirks of artists like MF Doom and Eminem; and the attitude of stand-up comedians like Bill Hicks and Louis C.K.
He currently operates and owns independent record label, Black Clover Records, which has been the home for Mac's self-released Love Potion Collection CDs (volumes 1-5) and The Original 11:11 Sessions.
He also released 11:11, commonly considered his debut album, through Minneapolis flagship record label Rhymesayers Entertainment in 2007.
Feel it in the Air
Mac Lethal Lyrics
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This is just a quick song I made today
In the living room
And I got friends asking me
"What's with all the tragedy?
This is not the way it has to be"
I'm glad to be a part of
My family has taken all the songs
Yes I know those it gets intense on my soul
Don't you take it from me Judas
I feel so fucking naked in my music
But I cannot survive if I lied to
The public and I shelled my heart
Last time I tried I fell apart
I fell in love with a
Goddess more arrogant than modest
And the oddest part about it
Was it turned so toxic
Ripped up the pictures
Nothing personal it's war
But every Facebook tag of us
Hurts a little more
And every anniversary I'm sore
Pain to the fullest
Chamber the pain like I chambered the bullet
That I put in my revolver fucking
Aimed and I pulled it
I'm trying to pretend this winter
Ain't been the coldest
But I can feel it in the air
There's something about February
That drains everybody
And if I die, play Wu Tang at my funeral
Trust me though, my life's been beautiful
What a coincidence that those words rhyme
But you were dead before me if
You ever once closed your mind
To the possibilities of life
On far away planets
The universe is way bigger than Kansas
Chatin' with the phantoms
Sleeping with the white ghost
Walk into the war zone
Lean against the light post
I dedicate this song to Chad Stuart
A childhood friend that died
A couple days ago
One day I'll shout your name on the radio
I'm an atheist
But I promise your an angel though
I hang below the stars and the statuses
I pass a fist, but I'm a pacifist
And that's the reason I don't have a hit
But at least I have my fans and
The ability to always be passionate
I will not relax a bit
And I can feel it in the air
The lyrics to Mac Lethal's song "Feel it in the Air" express a sense of exhaustion and weariness, particularly with the month of February. The artist mentions feeling sick of February and acknowledges that this song was made as a quick response to his feelings. He is recording in his living room, emphasizing a sense of intimacy and rawness in the music.
The lyrics also touch upon personal struggles and the pressure to present oneself honestly to the public. Mac Lethal mentions friends questioning why he often writes about tragedy, and he addresses the fact that his music exposes him and leaves him feeling vulnerable. However, he believes in the importance of being truthful to his audience, even if it means exposing his own pain. He mentions a past failed relationship that has left him feeling hurt and the ongoing struggle to cope with the memories and anniversaries associated with it.
The second verse delves into broader themes, such as the uncertainty of life and the vastness of the universe. Mac Lethal expresses a belief in the existence of other life forms on distant planets, highlighting the expansiveness of the universe compared to our limited perspective. He dedicates the song to a childhood friend named Chad Stuart who recently passed away, mentioning the conflicting emotions of being an atheist but still considering his friend an angel. He reflects on his role as a pacifist, admitting that he may not have had a hit song yet but is grateful for his dedicated fans and his unwavering passion for his craft.
Overall, the lyrics convey a mix of personal struggles, existential reflections, and a commitment to staying true to oneself and one's art despite the challenges faced.
Line by Line Meaning
Sick of February, I can tell you that
I'm exhausted and fed up with the month of February
This is just a quick song I made today
I created this song spontaneously today
In the living room
I made this song in the comfort of my own home
And I got friends asking me
My friends are constantly questioning me
"What's with all the tragedy?
They wonder why I focus on sad themes
This is not the way it has to be"
They believe there are alternative ways to express myself
I'm glad to be a part of
I'm grateful for being involved in
All the black and white photos
The nostalgic memories captured in old photographs
My family has taken all the songs
Songs that hold deep meaning for my family
Yes I know those it gets intense on my soul
I'm aware that those songs evoke strong emotions within me
Don't you take it from me Judas
I won't let anyone betray me like Judas
I feel so fucking naked in my music
My music exposes my vulnerability and truth
But I cannot survive if I lied to
Authenticity is crucial for my survival
The public and I shelled my heart
I revealed my deepest emotions to the public
Last time I tried I fell apart
My previous attempt at love or connection resulted in failure
I fell in love with a
I developed romantic feelings for
Goddess more arrogant than modest
A woman who possessed confidence and pride
And the oddest part about it
The strangest aspect of it all
Was it turned so toxic
Our relationship became extremely unhealthy
Ripped up the pictures
We tore apart the memories we once shared
Nothing personal it's war
Our breakup became a battle, devoid of personal feelings
But every Facebook tag of us
Every mention or reminder of us on social media
Hurts a little more
Increases the pain I feel
And every anniversary I'm sore
Each anniversary of our relationship causes emotional pain
Pain to the fullest
I experience pain to its maximum extent
Chamber the pain like I chambered the bullet
I hold onto my pain like I load a bullet into a gun
That I put in my revolver fucking
Metaphorically placing a loaded gun inside my revolver
Aimed and I pulled it
Intentionally directing my pain towards myself
I'm trying to pretend this winter
I'm attempting to deceive myself during this cold season
Ain't been the coldest
By denying its severity, I believe it hasn't been the harshest
But I can feel it in the air
Deep down, I sense the melancholy atmosphere
There's something about February
The month of February holds a certain significance
That drains everybody
It exhausts and depletes everyone's energy
And if I die, play Wu Tang at my funeral
In the event of my death, please play Wu Tang Clan music during my funeral
Trust me though, my life's been beautiful
Despite everything, I assure you my life has been filled with beauty
What a coincidence that those words rhyme
It's interesting how those words happened to rhyme
But you were dead before me if
You were emotionally dead long before I was
You ever once closed your mind
If you ever refused to open your mind
To the possibilities of life
To the endless opportunities life offers
On far away planets
In distant realms of the universe
The universe is way bigger than Kansas
The cosmos is much larger than the state of Kansas
Chatin' with the phantoms
Engaging in conversations with ghosts or illusions
Sleeping with the white ghost
Resting alongside a spectral presence
Walk into the war zone
Entering a hostile and chaotic environment
Lean against the light post
Finding support against a lamp post
I dedicate this song to Chad Stuart
I offer this song as a tribute to Chad Stuart
A childhood friend that died
A friend from my youth who passed away
A couple days ago
Recently, just a few days prior
One day I'll shout your name on the radio
I hope to honor you by mentioning your name on the radio someday
I'm an atheist
Personally, I do not believe in the existence of a deity
But I promise your an angel though
However, I acknowledge and assure you are like an angel
I hang below the stars and the statuses
Metaphorically, I exist beneath the celestial bodies and social hierarchies
I pass a fist, but I'm a pacifist
I encounter aggression, but I am a believer in non-violence
And that's the reason I don't have a hit
My refusal to conform to mainstream trends prevents me from having a popular song
But at least I have my fans and
At least I am grateful for my dedicated supporters and
The ability to always be passionate
My capacity to consistently express enthusiasm
I will not relax a bit
I refuse to become complacent
And I can feel it in the air
I can sense it in my surroundings and intuition
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thatdirtyrascal
Couple years later and still find myself coming back to this video for the vibe it puts me in, classic Mac lethal
Pancho Howie
You DESERVE so much more credit than you get Mac!!! Always keeping it real...
Fuzzy Love
I love ya Mac bro. Awesome track. MAD RESPECT 😎✌️
Wheres Isaac
I lost my bestfriend on February 8th, 2013, I always listen to this when it gets cold again, Rest in Peace David Frame.
Barbara Powely
2019 still gives me chills
Zaiyaad
Wow over 5 years ago still listening
𝐵𝐼𝐿𝐿𝒴_𝒯𝐻𝐸_𝒫𝐼𝒢𝐸𝒪𝒩
Lets go another 5 🤙🏼
Jace Baker
10 years late and I’m still listening🤙🏼
koushis 06
Now 10 years
TajmonSandwitch
2021 still listening guys