How U Feel
Huncho Jack
The Highs and Lows of Hustle: A Dive into 'How U Feel' by Huncho Jack
Huncho Jack, the collaborative project between Quavo and Travis Scott, brings a raw and unfiltered look into the lifestyle of modern-day hustlers with their track 'How U Feel.' The song is a vivid portrayal of the highs and lows that come with a life of excess, street credibility, and relentless ambition. The repetitive chorus, 'Feel how you feel,' serves as a mantra, encouraging listeners to embrace their emotions and experiences, no matter how extreme they may be.
Quavo's verses paint a picture of a life filled with material wealth and constant motion. The lyrics 'Fill up your cup then tell me how you feel' and 'Pill after pill, walk after walk' highlight a lifestyle fueled by substances and a relentless pursuit of pleasure. The imagery of 'movie, make a film, film after film' suggests a life so extravagant it feels cinematic. Yet, beneath the surface, there's an acknowledgment of the grind and the hustle, with lines like 'Got bills and they clean, run through the machine' and 'Used to trap dem Knicks, now I got them P's,' indicating a transition from street-level hustling to more significant, more lucrative ventures.
Travis Scott's contribution adds another layer to the narrative, emphasizing the surreal and often dangerous aspects of this lifestyle. His lines 'Pour one for P, lean, no Hennessy' and 'Crib in the trees, trap-house of the bees' juxtapose luxury with the gritty reality of their origins. The reference to 'Forrest Gump, yeah, run it up' underscores the relentless drive to succeed, no matter the odds. Scott's verses also touch on the fleeting nature of pleasure and the constant search for the next high, both literally and metaphorically.
'How U Feel' is more than just a song about excess; it's a commentary on the emotional and psychological toll of living life in the fast lane. The repeated refrain to 'feel how you feel' serves as a reminder to acknowledge and embrace one's emotions, even in a world that often prioritizes appearances and material success over genuine well-being.