Crashing (feat. Bahari)

Illenium's song 'Crashing,' featuring Bahari, delves into the overwhelming and intoxicating nature of love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love so powerful that it eclipses rational thought, likening the experience to being under the influence of a potent drug. The repeated references to intoxication and losing control highlight the all-consuming effect this relationship has on the narrator. The metaphor of a 'total eclipse of rationality' suggests that the narrator is completely overtaken by their emotions, unable to think clearly or make rational decisions.

The chorus emphasizes the narrator's reluctance to leave this euphoric state, expressing a desire to stay in the embrace of their lover. The comparison of the lover's touch to champagne, which flows through the narrator's veins, further underscores the intoxicating and addictive nature of this love. The line 'I got myself too drunk on you to drive' serves as a metaphor for being so overwhelmed by love that the narrator cannot function normally, choosing instead to 'crash' and stay the night.

The song also explores the theme of vulnerability and surrender. The narrator admits to not usually playing this game or expressing such feelings, indicating that this love is a rare and powerful exception. The repeated questioning of whether the lover is 'really this good' suggests a sense of disbelief and awe at the intensity of their emotions. Ultimately, 'Crashing' captures the exhilarating and sometimes disorienting experience of falling deeply in love, where logic and reason are overshadowed by passion and desire.