I Know

Post Malone's song "I Know" delves into the complexities and heartache of a toxic relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that is both alluring and destructive. The opening lines, "Our love will never be another / You’re just the devil undercover," set the tone for the song, highlighting the duality of the partner's nature—someone who appears sweet but harbors a darker side. This duality is further emphasized with the line, "Found you when you were in the gutter / Shit was sweet until I was a sucker," suggesting that the relationship began with a sense of rescue and sweetness but quickly turned sour.

The chorus, with its repeated assertion, "I know / You could never be my bitch / Shit could never be like this," reflects a moment of clarity for the narrator. Despite the emotional turmoil and the partner's repeated betrayals, there is a realization that the relationship can never be what he desires. The lines, "Hundred times you blew another chance / I know / You were gettin’ down on the low / Then runnin’ back to me in the morning," reveal a pattern of infidelity and deceit, further solidifying the toxic nature of the relationship.

Yet, despite the pain and betrayal, there is a lingering attachment, as seen in the lines, "Somehow, mami / I still want you / Listen to me / Don’t drive away." This juxtaposition of wanting to let go but still feeling a pull towards the partner captures the essence of many toxic relationships—where the emotional hold is strong, even when logic dictates otherwise. Post Malone's raw and honest lyrics resonate with anyone who has experienced the push and pull of a love that is both captivating and damaging.