Happier (feat. Crush)

PSY's 'Happier (feat. Crush)' delves into the complex and often elusive nature of happiness. The song opens with the artist reflecting on the societal pressure to succeed and equating success with happiness. However, as the lyrics unfold, it becomes clear that this perceived happiness is more like a mirage, always just out of reach. PSY uses metaphors such as 'happiness is like a star in the sky' and 'happiness is like the world seen from an airplane' to illustrate how distant and unattainable true happiness feels.

The song also touches on the emotional toll of constantly striving for an ideal that seems impossible to achieve. PSY describes the pain and frustration of trying to maintain a facade of being 'okay' while feeling anything but. The lyrics 'their words are like roses with thorns' and 'the wall of this world is too high' poignantly capture the struggle of dealing with societal expectations and personal disappointments. Despite these challenges, there is a glimmer of hope as PSY acknowledges that he is still alive and capable of dreaming about the future.

In the chorus, the desire to be 'happier' is a recurring theme, suggesting a longing for a simpler, more genuine form of happiness. The song also reflects on past memories as a source of comfort and a reminder of what true happiness felt like. The repeated lines 'I wanna be happier' and 'take out those memories' emphasize the importance of cherishing moments of joy, even if they are fleeting. Ultimately, 'Happier' is a poignant exploration of the human condition, the relentless pursuit of happiness, and the realization that sometimes, happiness is found in the journey rather than the destination.