HELLGIRL

Ari Abdul's 'HELLGIRL' delves into the complex interplay between love, sin, and the desire for validation. The song's protagonist is entranced by a lover, willing to embrace a darker persona to gain their approval. The repeated plea, 'I need to know you're mine,' underscores a deep-seated need for affirmation and belonging, even if it means becoming a 'hellgirl.' This term suggests a willingness to forsake purity and embrace a more rebellious, sinful identity for the sake of love.

The lyrics 'All the other angels hate me, falling from you' evoke a sense of ostracization and loss of innocence. The protagonist feels alienated from the 'angels,' possibly representing societal norms or moral expectations, as they fall deeper into their lover's influence. This fall from grace is further emphasized by the lines 'You know that heaven has lost me, I think I feel myself falling into sin,' highlighting the internal conflict between the desire for love and the awareness of moral transgression.

The imagery of haunting and being haunted adds a layer of gothic romance to the song. The protagonist is both captivated and tormented by their lover, as seen in the lines 'Haunt me, you know I been hearing you calling.' This duality of attraction and torment is a recurring theme, reflecting the intoxicating yet destructive nature of their relationship. The song's conclusion, with the repeated assertion 'I could be your hellgirl,' solidifies the protagonist's willingness to embrace this dark, sacrificial role for the sake of their lover's approval, creating a poignant commentary on the lengths one might go to for love and acceptance.