Flames (feat. ZAYN & Jungleboi)

R3HAB's song 'Flames,' featuring ZAYN and Jungleboi, delves into the tumultuous emotions of a person who feels the need to distance themselves from others to avoid causing pain. The lyrics are a poignant exploration of self-awareness and the recognition of one's own destructive tendencies. The repeated warnings to 'run from me' and 'don't get too close' highlight a deep-seated fear of intimacy and the potential harm that closeness can bring. This sentiment is encapsulated in the metaphor of being a 'rolling stone,' constantly moving and unable to settle down, which suggests a restless spirit that cannot be tamed or confined.

The chorus, with its plea to 'let me go' and the acknowledgment that 'I will let you down,' underscores a sense of inevitability and resignation. The imagery of being 'light me up in flames' serves as a powerful metaphor for self-destruction and the desire to be free from the burden of relationships. This fiery imagery conveys a sense of finality and cleansing, as if the only way to truly be free is to burn away the ties that bind. The repetition of 'light me up' emphasizes the intensity of this desire and the urgency of the need to escape.

The song's emotional depth is further enriched by the collaboration with ZAYN and Jungleboi, whose contributions add layers of vulnerability and raw emotion. The interplay of their voices creates a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that mirrors the inner turmoil of the lyrics. 'Flames' is a powerful anthem for anyone who has ever felt the need to run away from their own demons and the people they care about, in order to protect them from the inevitable pain that comes with staying close.