Mercury Lyrics – Steve Lacy ft. Fousheé

[Pre-Chorus]
Here, Lacy reflects on self-awareness and the consequences of his actions. He admits to knowing his own sins and mistakes, metaphorically digging his own pit and falling into it. The "trigger" represents an action that led to mutual destruction, likely in a relationship, and the lesson learned that truth, while important, can become burdensome over time.

[Chorus]
The chorus juxtaposes positive and negative emotions: a mix of heaven and unpleasantness, pleasure and depression. This reflects the internal conflict and the difficulty in measuring or understanding these emotions. The repetition of "I don't know" highlights the uncertainty and confusion.

[Post-Chorus]
The post-chorus continues the melodic "ba-ba-ba" vocalization from the intro, reinforcing the cyclical nature of the themes discussed. It serves as a bridge between the deeper reflections in the verses.

[Verse 2]
In the second verse, Lacy expresses regret and sorrow over a past relationship. He describes drafting an apology text, indicating remorse. Despite not regretting his choices, he regrets the resulting mess. He wishes to comfort his hurt partner, even if just briefly, to express his love and longing.

[Verse 3]
In the third verse, Lacy brings in astrological references more prominently. Mercury running amuck signifies mental chaos, and Venus in retrograde suggests revisiting and re-evaluating relationships. He reflects on his duality as a Gemini and his struggle with self-perception. Despite his confusion, he decides to indulge in materialism (buying a Porsche) as a coping mechanism. The mention of being "two-faced" and naming "twenty-three" others suggests a deeper complexity in his identity and relationships.

[Bridge]
The bridge explores the multifaceted nature of Lacy's personality, asking if someone can stay through all his layers. It highlights the thrill and unpredictability of being with him, while also acknowledging that it might be overwhelming or too real for some.

[Outro]
The outro has Fousheé apologizing for past lies and asking for forgiveness. She expresses uncertainty about being the right person but offers a temporary connection until the astrological retrograde period ends, implying a transient yet sincere attempt at reconciliation.

[Popular Phrases Explained]

1. "Gemini, I'm a myth and I'm a legend" -
This phrase highlights the dual nature of Geminis, known for their versatility and complexity, and establishes the speaker's enigmatic persona.

2. "Pulled the trigger, killed us both" -
A metaphor for a decisive action that led to mutual harm in a relationship, indicating shared consequences.

3. "Little of heaven, little unpleasant" -
Reflects the mixed emotions experienced in relationships, with moments of joy and discomfort intertwined.

4. "Venus in retrograde got me in bed" -
Refers to the astrological belief that Venus retrograde influences love and relationships, causing introspection and reevaluation.

5. "You think I'm two-faced, I can name twenty-three" -
Suggests that while the speaker is perceived as having dual personalities, they recognize even more facets to their identity, indicating deep complexity. ...Read Less