jawbreaker

Machine Gun Kelly's song 'Jawbreaker' is a vivid exploration of a tumultuous and intoxicating relationship. The title itself, 'Jawbreaker,' suggests something hard to crack, both literally and metaphorically. The lyrics paint a picture of a woman who is both alluring and elusive, likened to candy that is sweet yet tough. This duality is central to the song's theme, as the woman is described as a 'star chaser' who is 'not landing,' indicating her unattainable and transient nature.

The song's verses delve into the intensity and cyclical nature of the relationship. The repeated references to specific times, such as '6 AM' and '6 PM,' highlight a relentless and almost obsessive pattern. The lines '6 AM, 6 to peace, sick sex on the beach' and '6 PM, sexy girl, still can't let her leave' suggest a relationship driven by physical attraction and a constant push-pull dynamic. This is further emphasized by the line 'I won't end till I can't breathe,' indicating a sense of desperation and an inability to let go.

The chorus reinforces the idea of the woman's allure and the speaker's fascination with her. Descriptions like 'she tastes like candy' and 'LAX is in Miami' create a sense of disorientation and fantasy, blurring the lines between reality and desire. The metaphor of being an 'architect' and the woman as a 'prototype' suggests a desire to control or shape the relationship, yet the woman's elusiveness makes this impossible. The song captures the essence of a passionate yet ultimately unfulfilling relationship, marked by its intensity and the speaker's longing for something that remains just out of reach.