Done For

The song "Done For" by Jorge Rivera-Herrans is a dramatic retelling of the encounter between Odysseus and Circe from Homer's epic, 'The Odyssey'. The lyrics are structured as a dialogue between the two characters, highlighting the tension and power struggle inherent in their meeting. The song captures the moment when Odysseus' men, who have been turned into pigs by Circe's magic, are discovered, and Odysseus confronts the enchantress.

In the song, Circe asserts her dominance and warns Odysseus that any wrong move will result in his doom. This reflects her protective nature over her realm and the nymphs under her care. Odysseus, however, reveals that he has consumed a flower called moly, a mythical herb that protects him from her spells, indicating that he is not an ordinary mortal. The mention of Hermes suggests divine intervention, as the messenger god is known for aiding heroes. The song captures the essence of the myth, where cunning and divine assistance play crucial roles in the survival of the characters.

The exchange between Odysseus and Circe evolves into a standoff, with both characters claiming they have people to protect and cannot back down. The song ends with Circe expressing her distrust of strangers due to past experiences, while Odysseus seems confused by her reference to 'true colours' and 'acts of lust'. This hints at the deeper layers of the myth, where themes of trust, temptation, and the revealing of one's true nature are explored.