Inhale

Duke Dumont's 'Inhale' is a vivid portrayal of a person grappling with life's challenges and seeking solace in fleeting pleasures. The song opens with the protagonist feeling 'high off life' but 'low on sleep,' indicating a state of exhaustion and disarray. This juxtaposition sets the tone for the rest of the song, where the narrator's life is a series of ups and downs, marked by bad luck and a longing for something more meaningful. The lyrics 'Maybe, there could be somebody that saves me' suggest a deep-seated desire for rescue, hinting at a sense of loneliness and the need for companionship.

The narrative takes a turn when the protagonist encounters someone who seems to offer a temporary escape from their troubles. The lines 'I first saw you / Looking like a Friday night out' capture the allure of this new person, who represents a break from the monotony and struggles of everyday life. The repeated refrain 'Baby I’ma need another hit / Cause I want your love' cleverly intertwines the themes of substance use and emotional dependency, suggesting that the protagonist views love and companionship as a form of escapism, much like the drugs they consume.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring theme of using substances to cope with life's difficulties. Phrases like 'I came here to get lifted' and 'everything is better with the green' highlight the protagonist's reliance on drugs to enhance their experiences and numb their pain. However, this reliance is also a metaphor for their deeper need for human connection and intimacy. The song's closing lines, 'Let me love ya / There’s no better way / To spend the day / Than getting high with me,' encapsulate this duality, blending the physical act of getting high with the emotional high of being with someone who understands and accepts them.