Roses (feat. Benny Blanco & Brendon Urie)

Juice WRLD's 'Roses' featuring Benny Blanco and Brendon Urie is a poignant exploration of heartbreak and the emotional turmoil that follows a failed relationship. The song utilizes the classic 'roses are red, violets are blue' rhyme scheme to juxtapose the romantic idealism often associated with love against the stark reality of feeling betrayed and hurt. Juice WRLD's lyrics convey a sense of disillusionment as he grapples with the pain of giving his all to someone who didn't reciprocate his feelings.

The repeated checks in the chorus serve as a form of self-assurance or a reality check, emphasizing the truth of his emotional state. Juice WRLD's verses delve into his attempts to cope with his heartache through escapism, whether it's through physical pleasure, substance use, or the pursuit of wealth. Despite these distractions, the emptiness and longing for a genuine connection persist. The collaboration with Brendon Urie adds a layer of vocal intensity and vulnerability, as Urie's sections echo the desire for authentic love and the pain of feeling invisible to the object of one's affection.

The song's structure and the interplay between Juice WRLD and Brendon Urie highlight the universal struggle of wanting to be loved and the complexities of dealing with unrequited love. 'Roses' is a testament to Juice WRLD's ability to articulate the darker sides of love and emotion, resonating with listeners who have experienced similar heartache. The track's raw honesty and melodic hooks encapsulate the essence of emo rap, a genre that Juice WRLD was known for pioneering and popularizing.