Only Angel

Harry Styles' 'Only Angel' from his self-titled debut album is a song that explores the complex nature of desire and the idealization of a romantic partner. The lyrics suggest a tumultuous relationship between the narrator and a woman he describes as an angel, indicating a sense of purity and perfection. However, as the song progresses, it becomes clear that this 'angel' has a dual nature, embodying both innocence and temptation.

The song's verses paint a picture of a passionate, if somewhat reckless, attraction. Phrases like 'I'm just happy getting you stuck in between my teeth' suggest an almost predatory desire, while 'Couldn't take you home to mother in a skirt that short' implies a relationship that defies conventional standards. The angelic imagery is juxtaposed with the raw physicality of the narrator's longing, creating a contrast between the ideal and the real.

The chorus of 'Only Angel' reinforces the theme of duality. The woman is repeatedly referred to as an 'only angel,' yet the revelation that she's 'a devil in between the sheets' hints at a hidden, perhaps darker side to her character. This twist on the angelic metaphor suggests that the narrator is drawn to both the purity and the danger she represents. The song captures the intensity of a love that is both elevating and destructive, leaving the narrator in a state of emotional turmoil, as expressed in the repeated line 'Wanna die, wanna die, wanna die tonight.'