Something I Can Heart
Mac Lethal Lyrics

I wanna give a big rest in peace to one of my facking idols: Nate Dog
The artist pays his respects and expresses his admiration for Nate Dog, his deceased idol.

God damn it why did you have to die man, fack! (it's so incredible)
The artist expresses his sadness about Nate Dog's death and finds it hard to believe.

North Korean barbeque
A random phrase that has no apparent meaning, it might be a reference to controversial North Korean politics or simply a meaningless lyric.

Black clover
Another random phrase that has no clear meaning, it might refer to a lucky charm or have no meaning at all.

Burn rain clouds burn
A metaphorical expression that asks for an end to any negative feelings, reminiscent of burning bad energy.

You know I wiped the blood out my blue eyes
The artist metaphorically cleanses himself from past pain and hurt, depicted as blood from blue eyes.

People looking at me thinking that I'm too high
The artist feels like he is being judged for his state of mind or appearing high.

But no, I'm just saying goodbye, to the snow
The artist speaks of leaving behind the cold and harsh parts of his life, represented by the snow.

Waiting for the fireworks in July, here we go that's Something I can heart (whoa)
The artist is looking for memorable moments in life that create joy, here symbolized by fireworks in July.

Something I can heart (whoa)
Refraining the message that the artist is looking for something substantial, meaningful to his life.

Something I can heart for life. (okay!)
A confirmation that the artist is looking for things that will bring him joy and happiness throughout his life.

I'm looking for:
The beginning of a phrase that will highlight what the artist is actively searching for in his life.

Something I can heart (whoa)
Repeating the message that the artist is looking for something deep and important to his life.

Something I can heart (whoa)
The artist emphasizes the importance of finding something that resonates with him.

Something I can heart for life. (okay!)
The artist again confirms his search for something meaningful that will last him a lifetime.

You know I'm rapping beautiful to drums
The artist boasts that he is creating a beautiful sound and quality in his music, reflecting his talent.

I'm looking in the mirror asking who have you become?
The artist is reflecting on himself and his growth and how it has molded him into who he is today.

Me? I've become a monster, stone
The artist believes his experiences have led him to be emotionally tough and resilient, making him unmovable like a stone.

Hearted like a kid from the foster-homes
A simile that compares the artist's heart to that of a child from a foster home, who suffered abandonment and emotional turmoil.

But I ain't seen my home in months, I don't have the luxury
The artist confirms that he has not been able to visit his family in months due to his career and the importance he places on it.

I make my living on the road, can't say I'm living comfortably
The artist acknowledges the difficulties of his profession but doesn't regret pursuing it despite the sacrifices he has to make.

I'm looking in the mirror asking who the fuck is he?
The artist might be questioning his own identity and how his experiences have molded him into the person he is today.

I dip my paintbrush in the blood that's on my upper teeth
The artist uses a metaphor to depict the violent and dark themes he explores in his music.

Damn, I'm a gluton for the self-torture
The artist realizes he is inflicting pain and hardships on himself, and that he is doing it out of choice.

Tell the devil thanks for punching me I fell forwards
The artist expresses a sarcastic gratitude towards hardships he has faced because they pushed him forward, similar to a punch.

I only started screaming when I felt cornered
Metaphorically, the artist sings of times when he felt trapped and helpless, only learning how to ask for help and support when things got really bad.

At the record label meeting I could smell hors d'oeuvres
The artist is hinting at the lavish lifestyle of many music executives who, for him, might be out of reach.

They told me I should buy a new toupee
The label executives might be trying to mold or reinvent the artist to fit their image, even to the point of suggesting he gets new hair.

They'll put me on the charts I could climb, I'm to hooray
The label executives promise that their intervention would help the artist make it to the top, causing him to have second thoughts about his artistry.

Imma never let you do me like you do Lupe
The artist promises to not let label executives or music industry standards dictate his sound and creativity, almost like how Lupe Fiasco battled the industry for creative control over his albums.

Keep your blood money bitch, good day!
Succinctly, the artist tells the label executives to keep their money that comes from the exploitation of artists and ends the conversation with indignation.

Phoenix in the sky
An image of a Phoenix, a mythical bird that emerges from its ashes, almost like alluding to the artist's experiences in life.

We will never die
Together with the Phoenix image, the phrase serves to depict the resilience of the human spirit and how it can triumph over adversity.

Sprinkling the ashes for the people in disguise
Another metaphor for sharing the artist's pain and experiences, while acknowledging that many people might be hiding their true selves from others.

Sprinkling the happiness we need a new july
A hopeful image of sharing joy and happiness among people, hoping for a brighter future or a new start.

I'm like a classic impressionist painting
The artist likens himself to a classic impressionist painting, where details and color come together to form a beautiful image that captures a moment in time.

With negative space covered by excellent shading
The artist describes how he fills in the gaps and silence of his music with nuanced sounds, symbolized by shading in a painting.

I'm watching lots of these veterans fading
Another recognition of how many seasoned artists and musicians are deemed irrelevant over time and fade into oblivion, leaving the spotlight behind.

Cause they ain't sacrificing nothing to better what they brang
The artist hints at how many veteran musicians lost their spark and success because they didn't push for innovation and creativity, but relied too much on the past.

And thats their own fault. Imma melt the snow with my bone salt
The artist takes responsibility for his own success, ready to give it his all to make a change and create something unique, something that will melt away the cold and harsh past.

Me and my stress can take a slow waltz
The artist acknowledges his stress and the way it affects him, but refuses to let it control or take over him, preferring a calmer, more measured approach in life.

Grab it by the hand, I throw it off a tall bridge, catch it if you can
A metaphorical view of how the artist deals with stress, almost casually tossing it off into the abyss, daring others or himself to catch it if they can.

But you don't even want it. I separated from it
Refers to a realization the artist has, that stress doesn't really help him reach his goals or add anything useful to his life, and thus chooses to separate himself from it.

Now I'm gonna live until I'm 1 million and 7 hundred
A metaphorical exaggeration that has the artist willing and determined to live his life to the fullest and make the most of it.

So even when I die I'll be chillin in heaven blunted (?)
A reference to afterlife, where the artist sees himself enjoying blissful relaxation and reaping the rewards of his hard work, as symbolized by being high.

And probably hangin' out with Jesus' children; forever young kid
An added metaphor accompanying the afterlife reference, envisioning the artist enjoying youthfulness and vitality, but also the company of pure and good people.

It's a quality of life, see now I got the juice
The artist acknowledges the things he has achieved and how they have improved his life and quality of living, almost like gaining the juice of life.

And me and all my demons made a truce
The artist recognizes his flaws, anxieties, and struggles, but also finds a way to make amends and find balance in life, depicted as a truce with inner demons.

I promise it's a quality of life, and this anxiety is drug-induced
The artist recognizes the negative effects of anxiety but concludes it is manageable and almost drug-induced, implying he has the power over it.

So my sobriety will cut me loose, next! (Next)
A declaration of how powerful the artist feels in his control over his own emotions and state, ready to move on to the next phase or next challenge in life.