XLR

BONES' song 'XLR' delves into themes of existential dread, addiction, and the constant presence of death. The opening lines, 'Motherfuck today, bitch I'm waiting on tomorrow,' set a tone of disillusionment and impatience with the present, suggesting a longing for a future that might offer some form of escape or relief. The reference to 'D-19 reppin' where you die or get offed' paints a grim picture of a harsh environment where survival is uncertain, and danger is ever-present. This is further emphasized by the imagery of being 'lost in the woods' and needing to 'keep a weapon in the car,' indicating a constant state of vigilance and preparedness for violence.

The song also touches on addiction, with the line 'Addiction off the richter, feeling like I'm Dave Navarro,' referencing the musician known for his struggles with substance abuse. This metaphor highlights the intensity and destructiveness of the speaker's own addiction. The recurring motif of death, embodied by the 'Reaper forever sittin' right by me,' underscores a sense of inevitability and the looming presence of mortality. The speaker's defiance in the face of this, claiming 'that bitch will never get to me,' suggests a complex relationship with death, marked by both fear and a rebellious refusal to succumb.

In the second verse, BONES shifts to a more aggressive and surreal tone, with vivid imagery like 'hotter than a frying pan' and 'Nosferatu in the dungeon.' These lines convey a sense of being trapped in a nightmarish reality, where the speaker is constantly on edge and ready to fight. The mention of 'Super 8 film burn dissipate my features' evokes a sense of identity loss and disintegration, as if the speaker is fading away or becoming unrecognizable. The song concludes with a chilling declaration, 'As for you, I am pleased to say it's your time,' suggesting a final reckoning or confrontation with the listener, leaving a haunting and unsettling impression.