Cobain (feat. Lil Tracy)

The song 'Cobain' by Lil Peep, featuring Lil Tracy, is a raw and candid portrayal of the artists' experiences with love, substance abuse, and the pursuit of a lifestyle that's both glamorous and self-destructive. The title itself is a reference to Kurt Cobain, the late lead singer of Nirvana, who is often remembered for his troubled life and untimely death, which involved struggles with fame, love, and addiction. Lil Peep aligns himself with Cobain, suggesting a shared sense of pain and turmoil beneath the surface of their music and public personas.

The lyrics oscillate between themes of romantic relationships and the use of drugs as a coping mechanism. The repeated line 'I just fell in love with a bad bitch' suggests a tumultuous relationship, while the refusal to accept love ('Told me that she love me too, baby I'm not havin' it') indicates a deep-seated skepticism or inability to fully engage with the emotion due to past hurts. The mention of 'sniffin' cocaine' and lacking 'Actavis' (a brand of cough syrup often used recreationally) reflects a reliance on substances to numb the pain or escape reality.

Lil Tracy's verse adds a dimension of transformation and aspiration, moving from a past of criminal activity to a present filled with shopping and recognition. The mix of high and low fashion brands ('American Eagle with some Ralph Lauren') symbolizes a bridging of his past and current status. The imagery of 'Coke lines on the mirror' further emphasizes the drug use that permeates their lifestyle, even as they experience success and recognition. The song is a complex interplay of fame, love, and addiction, revealing the artists' internal struggles and the darker side of their seemingly glamorous lives.