Wanna Be (feat. Machine Gun Kelly)

In 'Wanna Be,' jxdn, featuring Machine Gun Kelly, delves into the depths of mental anguish and the desperate desire for peace. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with severe emotional distress, yearning for a sense of normalcy and stability. The repeated lines, 'I wanna be alright, I wanna be okay,' underscore a profound longing for relief from the relentless nightmares and bad days that plague the narrator's life. This repetition emphasizes the intensity of their struggle and the simplicity of their wish—to just be okay.

The song explores themes of isolation and self-loathing, as seen in lines like 'Sedated, isolated, lookin' in the mirror and I hate it.' This self-reflection reveals a deep-seated depression that the narrator feels unable to escape. The mention of being 'face down on the pavement' and the lack of effective prescriptions highlight the severity of their mental state and the feeling of hopelessness. The collaboration with Machine Gun Kelly adds a raw, gritty edge to the song, enhancing its emotional impact.

Cultural references, such as wishing their life was like a movie or a song, illustrate the narrator's desire to escape their reality. The imagery of cigarettes rotting them from the inside and receiving bad news from an X-ray further symbolizes the physical and emotional decay they are experiencing. The song's climax, with the repeated plea 'I don't wanna feel like this anymore,' is a powerful cry for help and change. 'Wanna Be' is a poignant exploration of mental health struggles, capturing the pain and desperation of those who feel trapped in their own minds.