HUMAN (feat. Matty Mullins)

The song "HUMAN" by elijah featuring Matty Mullins delves into the emotional turmoil and betrayal experienced by someone who has been deeply hurt by another's deceitful actions. The lyrics express a sense of disbelief and betrayal, questioning how a person could be so callous and unfeeling as to lie and cause such pain without remorse. The repeated line "How could you be human" suggests a struggle to reconcile the actions of the betrayer with what is perceived as common human empathy and compassion.

The song's narrative portrays the singer as a victim of manipulation, where the betrayer is depicted as cold-hearted and devoid of emotion. The use of phrases like "You’re so fake" and "How could you lie right to my face" indicates a confrontation with someone who has been dishonest and manipulative. The emotional weight of the song is carried by the chorus, which emphasizes the pain caused by the lies and the feeling of being broken down. The singer feels left in ruins and foolish for having been deceived, which adds to the sense of vulnerability and hurt.

The bridge of the song introduces a shift in tone, from victimhood to empowerment. The lines "No mercy, No goodbyes, You don’t care if I'm dead or alive" and "If I had the chance to rewind, I’d cut you off and take back what’s mine" suggest a reclaiming of agency and the desire to sever ties with the betrayer. This part of the song reflects a turning point where the singer decides to no longer be a passive recipient of the pain but to actively take back control of their life.