Choke

Mareux's song 'Choke' delves deep into the torment and despair of unrequited love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who is utterly consumed by their feelings for another person, to the point of obsession. The repeated lines 'At night I die' and 'At night you cry, but it wasn't for me' highlight the emotional pain and longing that the protagonist experiences. This love is not reciprocated, and the realization of this fact is devastating, leading to a cycle of emotional turmoil.

The song's chorus emphasizes the protagonist's nightly suffering, where the sight of their beloved with someone else causes them immense pain. The phrase 'At night I die' is a powerful metaphor for the emotional death they experience each night, while 'At night you cry, but it wasn't for me' underscores the painful reality that their beloved's tears are not for them. This unfulfilled longing and the constant reminder of their unrequited love create a sense of hopelessness and despair.

Mareux's use of repetition in the lyrics, such as 'over and over and over again' and 'At night I die,' reinforces the cyclical nature of the protagonist's suffering. The line 'Your hand is someone else's, it's more than I can take' captures the heart-wrenching moment of seeing their beloved with another person, which is a recurring source of pain. The song's melancholic tone and haunting melody further amplify the feelings of sadness and desperation, making 'Choke' a poignant exploration of the agony of unrequited love.