Wish It On You (feat. AViVA, Gus Ross & Luke Eisner)
VOILÀ
The Bittersweet Taste of Revenge: A Deep Dive into 'Wish It On You'
VOILÀ's song 'Wish It On You,' featuring AViVA, Gus Ross, and Luke Eisner, is a raw and emotionally charged anthem that delves into the complexities of pain, betrayal, and the desire for retribution. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who has been deeply hurt by another, to the point where the pain inflicted is almost unbearable. The narrator struggles with the idea of being the 'bigger person' but ultimately succumbs to the darker desire for the person who hurt them to experience the same suffering.
The song opens with a declaration of trying to remain cordial and letting karma take its course. However, the intensity of the hurt is evident as the narrator admits to hating the person who caused them so much pain. The repeated lines 'Beat me black and blue, rip me right in two' emphasize the physical and emotional torment endured. Despite the severity of the suffering, the narrator states that they wouldn't wish this pain on their worst enemy, highlighting the depth of their anguish and the moral conflict they face.
As the song progresses, the lyrics reveal a sense of poetic justice. The narrator hopes that the person who caused them pain will experience the same heartbreak and regret. Lines like 'I hope someone rips your heart right out your chest' and 'I hope someone makes you wish that we had never met' convey a powerful desire for the person to feel the same level of devastation. This wish for retribution is a cathartic release for the narrator, allowing them to express their pain and anger in a way that feels justified.
'Wish It On You' is a poignant exploration of the human response to betrayal and the struggle between forgiveness and revenge. It captures the raw emotions that come with being deeply hurt by someone you once trusted and loved, and the conflicting desires to both rise above the pain and see the person who hurt you suffer in return.