7am

Mariah the Scientist's song '7am' delves into the complexities of a relationship entangled with substance use and emotional turbulence. The song opens with a vivid scene of being woken up early in the morning, only to be confronted with a partner who is under the influence of drugs. This sets the tone for a narrative that explores the dissonance between love and the altered states induced by substances. The lyrics 'Seeing colors, you're embracing every moment' and 'Take the bait, he's begging me to join in' suggest a temptation to escape reality, yet Mariah remains hesitant, recognizing that the experience is different from her own encounters with drugs.

Throughout the song, Mariah grapples with her intuition and the hope for forgiveness, as she navigates the hypnotic allure of 'sound and color.' The repeated phrase 'At least I was good to you' underscores a sense of resignation and self-assurance, as if she is trying to convince herself that she did her best in the relationship. The imagery of 'lightning and thunder' causing tears contrasts with the moments of connection, highlighting the emotional volatility that accompanies their bond.

The song also touches on themes of loneliness and unreciprocated love. Despite being surrounded by 'all the lovers in this universe,' Mariah feels isolated, as her partner seems unable to fully comprehend or reciprocate her feelings. The line 'Not alone but, yes, I'm lonely' encapsulates this paradox, where physical presence does not equate to emotional fulfillment. The song closes with a poignant reflection on the sincerity of her love and the persistent sense of pretense from her partner, leaving listeners with a haunting reminder of the complexities of love intertwined with addiction.