MJ

Now Now's song 'MJ' delves into the emotional turmoil of heartbreak and regret. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship gone awry, where the protagonist feels betrayed and used. The opening lines, 'You see my baby sends your love around / Just to use it on another like a trick now,' suggest a sense of betrayal and manipulation. The imagery of love being used as a trick highlights the deceitful nature of the relationship. The protagonist reflects on their foolishness in giving away a crucial part of themselves, only to be left feeling empty and regretful.

The chorus, with its repeated plea, 'And I want it all back,' underscores the deep sense of loss and longing. The reference to Michael Jackson's 'Billie Jean' adds a layer of cultural context, drawing parallels between the protagonist's situation and the famous song's narrative of deceit and denial. The line 'Billie Jean, baby please, he's a criminal' suggests that the protagonist feels wronged and victimized, much like the character in Jackson's song. This connection to a well-known pop culture reference amplifies the emotional weight of the lyrics.

Throughout the song, there's a recurring theme of what could have been. The lines 'It's only sad because it could've been easy / Yeah, it could've been easy' and 'You know I lost my mind / About a thousand times / Because it could've been easy' emphasize the regret and frustration over missed opportunities and the simplicity that could have been. The protagonist grapples with the haunting presence of their past lover, symbolized by the demons left on their front step. This haunting presence serves as a metaphor for the lingering pain and unresolved emotions that continue to affect the protagonist's mental state.