To The Grave (Feelings)

Juice WRLD's 'To The Grave (Feelings)' is a haunting exploration of addiction and the emotional turmoil that accompanies it. The song opens with a vivid depiction of the artist lighting a cigarette and taking a Percocet, setting the stage for a journey through his struggles with substance abuse. The lyrics 'I could feel it in my brain, I could feel it in my veins' highlight the physical and mental impact of drugs, while 'Perfect feelings all the way, Purple ceilings, purple rain' suggests a temporary escape from reality, albeit through a dark and destructive path.

The chorus emphasizes the duality of Juice WRLD's experience with drugs. On one hand, he acknowledges the 'dark road' he paves by taking narcotics, yet he also admits to feeling 'real good' and 'not ashamed.' This contradiction underscores the complex nature of addiction, where the immediate relief and euphoria are overshadowed by long-term consequences. The line 'But I still can't feel my face' poignantly captures the numbness and disconnection that often accompany substance abuse.

In the verses, Juice WRLD delves deeper into the reasons behind his drug use. He candidly admits that 'Pills, cigarette thrills, nicotine kills' but also reveals that being 'stuck in my feels' drives him to seek solace in substances. The metaphor of 'shaking those demons off me' as he lays in a coffin is a stark reminder of the life-and-death stakes involved. The recurring mention of his dealer and the difficulty of quitting highlight the relentless grip of addiction. Juice WRLD's raw and honest portrayal of his struggles offers a sobering look at the realities of drug dependency, making 'To The Grave (Feelings)' a powerful and poignant piece.