40 Missed Calls

Lil Peep's '40 Missed Calls' is a poignant exploration of heartache, isolation, and the struggle to move on from a past relationship. The song opens with the artist describing a familiar scene: it's 4 am, and he's falling asleep with his headphones in, a metaphor for his attempt to drown out the pain and loneliness. The lyrics convey a sense of helplessness and emotional turmoil, as he admits that everything his former lover said has left a deep wound in his heart.

The chorus reveals the depth of his despair and detachment. With '40 missed calls,' Lil Peep highlights his avoidance and inability to confront his feelings or the person trying to reach him. The mention of 'T-Mobile side kicks' and 'traccphone' adds a layer of nostalgia and a sense of being stuck in the past. The imagery of driving with windows rolled up while smoking suggests a desire to escape reality and numb the pain. Despite his longing for connection, he acknowledges his lack of 'back bone' to face the situation head-on.

In the latter part of the song, Lil Peep reflects on the possibility of reconciliation, but with a sense of resignation. He expresses a need for time alone to heal, indicating that the relationship and the town they lived in were too confining. The repeated lines, 'If I didn't hurt you I would keep you,' underscore his regret and the realization that his actions have led to an irreversible loss. The song closes as it began, with the artist falling asleep at 4 am, still haunted by the words that broke his heart, encapsulating the cyclical nature of his pain and the difficulty of moving forward.