Back To The Future

A$AP Rocky's song 'Back To The Future' is a vivid exploration of nostalgia, hedonism, and the passage of time. The lyrics paint a picture of a lifestyle filled with partying, substance use, and fleeting relationships. The recurring theme of 'back to the future' serves as a metaphor for the cyclical nature of his experiences, where the past and present blur together in a haze of memories and indulgence. The reference to Marty McFly, the protagonist of the iconic 'Back to the Future' film series, underscores this sense of time travel, albeit in a more metaphorical sense, as Rocky reflects on his past while living in the moment.

The song's verses are rich with imagery of Rocky's daily life, filled with smoking, drinking, and casual encounters. Lines like 'we've been getting high all week' and 'money getting high so I pass her the most' highlight a lifestyle centered around excess and escapism. The mention of 'bread and butter' and 'pass her the toast' cleverly plays on the idea of providing for someone, but in a context that is far from traditional. This juxtaposition of mundane phrases with a hedonistic lifestyle adds a layer of irony and depth to the lyrics.

The chorus, with its reflective tone, contrasts with the more hedonistic verses. Phrases like 'sometimes I think about the past' and 'seems like the time is flying past' reveal a sense of introspection and perhaps a hint of regret. The repetition of 'back to the future like Marty McFly' serves as a reminder that despite the wild lifestyle, there is an underlying awareness of time's relentless march forward. This duality of living in the moment while being haunted by the past is a central theme in the song, making it a poignant reflection on the nature of time and memory.