Mescaline

1200 Micrograms' song 'Mescaline' delves into the intense and surreal experience of consuming the psychedelic substance mescaline. The lyrics vividly describe the stages of the drug's effects, starting with the initial anticipation and impatience, followed by a sudden and powerful onset of its hallucinogenic properties. The phrase 'the ether was waring off. the acid was long gone. but the mescaline was running strong' sets the scene, indicating that the speaker has already experienced other substances, but mescaline's effects are still potent and dominating their perception.

The song captures the essence of a psychedelic trip, emphasizing the slow build-up and the eventual overwhelming impact. The line 'good mescaline comes on slow' highlights the patience required before the drug takes full effect, while 'you start cursing the creep who burned you because nothing's happening' reflects the common doubt and frustration users might feel during the initial phase. However, the sudden 'zang!' signifies the dramatic shift when the drug finally kicks in, transforming the user's reality.

Additionally, the song touches on the broader theme of trust and caution in the world of drug use. The quote 'one of the things you learn after years of dealing with drug people, is that you can turn your back on a person, but never turn your back on a drug' serves as a cautionary note, warning about the unpredictable and potentially dangerous nature of substances. This line underscores the idea that while people may be unreliable, the effects of drugs are always to be taken seriously, as they can have profound and lasting impacts on one's mind and body.