Crush

FLETCHER's song 'Crush' delves into the complexities of a passionate and possibly toxic relationship. The lyrics express a deep emotional and physical connection, with the artist describing the intensity of her feelings using vivid imagery. The opening lines, 'Bleedin' / First time we cut was the deepest,' suggest a relationship that has caused emotional pain, yet the depth of this pain seems to have created an addictive bond between the partners.

The chorus, 'Won't you crush me under the weight of your body? You know I put you above me,' reveals a desire for an all-consuming love, one that is both overwhelming and possibly destructive. The use of the word 'crush' is a play on the dual meaning of the term, indicating both a deep infatuation and the act of being overwhelmed by someone's presence. FLETCHER's request to be 'crushed' by her lover's weight symbolizes a yearning to be overtaken by love, even if it means losing herself in the process.

The song also touches on the internal conflict of knowing a relationship might be harmful yet feeling unable to leave. The lines 'Part of me wants forever / You're hard-wired in my brain / Part of me knows better / Maybe I'll listen someday' illustrate this duality. The artist is aware that the relationship has a hold on her, and while part of her may recognize the need to let go, another part is not ready to face the pain that separation would bring. This emotional tug-of-war is a common theme in relationships where love and pain are intertwined.