Waste It On Me (feat. Steve Aoki)

In 'Waste It On Me,' BTS and Steve Aoki explore the complexities of love and the willingness to embrace it, even if it might seem futile. The song opens with a recognition of love's imperfections and the pain it often brings. The lyrics, 'You say love is messed up / You say that it don't work,' reflect a sense of disillusionment with romantic relationships. Despite this, the narrator, who is no stranger to heartbreak, is willing to take a chance on love, even if it means risking more pain.

The chorus, 'Waste it on me, waste it on me,' serves as a poignant plea for connection. The repetition of this line emphasizes the narrator's desire to be with the other person, even if the relationship is destined to be short-lived or ultimately unfulfilling. This sentiment is further underscored by the lines, 'And I know there's no making this right, this right / And I know there's no changing your mind, your mind.' The narrator is fully aware of the potential futility of their efforts but chooses to pursue the relationship regardless.

The song also touches on the idea of living in the moment and finding solace in temporary connections. The lyrics, 'So we don't gotta go there / Past lovers and warfare / It's just you and me now,' suggest a desire to leave past hurts behind and focus on the present. The metaphor of treating the relationship like a 'comma' that leads to a 'new phrase' implies a hope for renewal and new beginnings, even if they are brief. Ultimately, 'Waste It On Me' is a heartfelt exploration of the willingness to embrace love, no matter how fleeting or uncertain it may be.