Revenge

The Neighbourhood's song 'Revenge' delves into the raw emotions of betrayal and the subsequent desire for retribution. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who has been wronged and is now consumed by the need to make their betrayer feel the same pain. The repeated lines 'I let you hit me off, mhm / I won't do that again' suggest a moment of vulnerability that was exploited, leading to a vow of never allowing such a betrayal to happen again. This sets the stage for the central theme of the song: revenge.

The chorus, with its haunting promise of 'coming for your heart / every beat, when you sleep / in your dreams, when you eat / in your feelings,' underscores the intensity of the protagonist's emotions. The imagery here is powerful, indicating that the desire for revenge permeates every aspect of their life. The mention of making it hard and making the betrayer starve metaphorically suggests a plan to disrupt their peace and happiness, mirroring the turmoil the protagonist feels.

In the verses, the protagonist's disdain for the betrayer is palpable. Lines like 'What a tool with your cool leather jacket / I got news for you, everybody has it' and 'You're a fool, another quick habit' reveal a deep-seated resentment. The protagonist mocks the betrayer's superficiality and fleeting habits, emphasizing their own sense of betrayal. The song also touches on the initial attraction and attention that led to the betrayal, adding layers to the emotional complexity. The final lines, 'But I hide the truth / I do / The same reject as you,' suggest a moment of self-reflection, acknowledging that they too have flaws, yet the desire for revenge remains undiminished.