Summer Rain

Yung Lean's 'Summer Rain' is a hauntingly poetic exploration of inner turmoil, materialism, and existential musings. The song opens with a reference to DJ Scream and DJ Woesum, setting a somber and reflective tone. The imagery of a 'black tight dress' and 'black lips on the bed' immediately evokes a sense of darkness and mystery. The 'black Saks Fifth bag' and 'magpie witch' further add to the gothic and surreal atmosphere, suggesting a world where luxury and the macabre coexist.

The lyrics 'Seeds with a Jesus chain, singing Jesus Mary Chain' blend religious symbolism with pop culture references, creating a juxtaposition that highlights the complexity of Yung Lean's thoughts. The line 'Paint my words, paint my brain, butterflies, miss the vein' suggests a struggle with self-expression and mental health, where beauty and pain are intertwined. The recurring motif of 'summer rain' serves as a cleansing force, washing away the emotional and psychological scars, yet the relief is temporary as the pain resurfaces.

Yung Lean's references to 'seven signs, seven members, in the woods like Zelda' introduce a mystical and almost apocalyptic element to the song. The imagery of 'riding 'round the strip' with a 'glue stick on my shoulder' and 'money grow slow, die young when I'm older' reflects a life of contradictions, where the pursuit of wealth and success is marred by a sense of impending doom. The playful yet sinister lines 'Hangin' out the window chasin' bats like the Joker' and 'Play you like poker, Texas hold 'em' underscore the unpredictability and chaos that define his existence. Ultimately, 'Summer Rain' is a vivid portrayal of Yung Lean's inner world, where beauty, darkness, and existential dread collide in a mesmerizing dance.