Candayapple

In 'Candayapple,' blackbear delves into themes of materialism, escapism, and self-indulgence, painting a vivid picture of a lifestyle marked by excess and bravado. The song's recurring imagery of 'candy apple, fake gold paint Mercedes' serves as a metaphor for the superficial allure of wealth and status. This flashy car, with its eye-catching but ultimately fake gold paint, symbolizes the hollow nature of materialistic pursuits. By flexing on his exes and flaunting his possessions, blackbear highlights a common coping mechanism for dealing with past relationships and personal insecurities.

The lyrics also explore the theme of escapism through substance use. References to sipping codeine and mixing drinks with soda are prevalent throughout the song, suggesting a desire to numb emotional pain and stress. This is further emphasized by lines like 'Sippin’ on a cup to relieve stress' and 'Sippin’ codeine, I forgot my plans,' which indicate a reliance on substances to escape reality. The mention of Houston, Texas, a city known for its association with the 'screw' music scene and codeine culture, adds a layer of authenticity to this narrative.

Additionally, blackbear's lyrics touch on the idea of self-worth and validation through external means. By boasting about his possessions, relationships, and social status, he seeks to affirm his value in the eyes of others. This is evident in lines like 'Flex on all my exes like: Hey ladies' and 'Call me daddy, you would think that bitch my daughter,' where he uses his material success and romantic conquests as a means of asserting dominance and self-worth. The song ultimately presents a complex portrait of a lifestyle driven by the pursuit of pleasure, validation, and escape from reality.