Mel Rap
Macy Gray Lyrics

The lyrics to Macy Gray feat. Mel Hinds's song Mel Rap depict a sense of vulnerability and isolation. The use of "Dear love" indicates a longing for someone, perhaps a lover or a friend who can provide support during tough times. However, the next line "Were you in my life?" suggests that this person may not currently be present in the singer's life, adding to the feelings of loneliness.

The image of being "stuck in this corner sorta' like Mike Tyson" is a powerful metaphor for feeling trapped and helpless. Mike Tyson is known for his brute strength and aggressiveness, making it seem impossible to escape his grasp. Similarly, the singer may feel overwhelmed and unable to escape their current situation. The rhetorical question "Where's the light?" emphasizes the need for hope and guidance in a dark and difficult time.

The final lines "They might not see me/ Kinda like Stevie Echars if you got bozzy/ Nothing else matters/ Yea, nothing else matters" suggest that the singer feels invisible and overlooked by others. The reference to Stevie Wonder's blindness adds another layer of complexity to the metaphor, implying that the singer feels like they are not seen or understood by others even though they can physically see. The repetition of "nothing else matters" emphasizes the importance of finding love and support in a lonely world.