Wrote For Luck

Happy Mondays' song 'Wrote For Luck' delves into the theme of disillusionment and the gap between expectations and reality. The lyrics are a poignant reflection on the disappointments that come when what one hopes for turns out to be far from what is received. The opening lines, 'I wrote for luck. They sent me you,' set the tone for the entire song, highlighting a sense of irony and dissatisfaction. The protagonist's quest for something positive ('luck' and 'juice') results in receiving something negative ('you' and 'poison'), symbolizing the unexpected and often harsh outcomes of life’s pursuits.

The song also explores the idea of personal transformation and the loss of authenticity. The lines 'You used to speak the truth. But now you're a liar' and 'You used to speak the truth. But now you're clever' suggest a shift from honesty to deceit, and from simplicity to cunning. This transformation is further emphasized by the metaphor of the person being 'made of chocolate,' which melts under heat and cracks in the cold, symbolizing fragility and inconsistency. The imagery here paints a picture of someone who has become unreliable and insincere, contrasting sharply with their former self.

Additionally, the song touches on themes of helplessness and resignation. The repeated phrase 'Try anything hard. Is there anything else you can do?' reflects a sense of futility and the limitations of one's abilities. The protagonist's admission of not being trained and only being able to perform basic actions ('sit and stand, beg n' roll over') underscores a feeling of inadequacy and lack of control. This sense of powerlessness is a recurring motif, highlighting the struggles and frustrations of navigating a world where expectations are rarely met.