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Playboi Carti's 'Sky' is an atmospheric track revolving around substance use to achieve detachment from feelings and a sense of apathy towards relationships. The recurring theme emphasizes a desire to numb sensations, painting a picture of an artist indulging in narcotics with the goal of reaching an extreme state of numbness. Carti also delves into his casual, nonchalant approach to romantic entanglements, further underlining his preference for emotional disengagement.
The song 'Sky' propels the listener into an enthralling trance, beginning with Playboi Carti's blatant declaration of being in such a heightened state that he feels detached from everything. The pursuit for a high so potent that it strips away any remnant of sensation unravels through the track, echoing the hollow pursuit for escapism.
Carti's journey through the song is a roller coaster of substance-induced peaks and the flatlining of emotions. He rattles off the various ways in which he achieves this state - from a barrage of blunts to lean - juxtaposing his intoxication with an apathetic approach towards a female companion, who is termed as a 'best friend' but not a romantic interest, encapsulating his aversion to commitment.
The narrative journeys through Carti's daily routine which is punctuated with references to wealth, hedonism, and an acutely self-focused worldview. Lyrics point to a life where affection and warmth take a backseat to a more visceral grappling with empty pleasures.
Finally, the title 'Sky' feels like a metaphor for the limitless heights of detachment Carti strives for amidst personal and emotional turbulence. As the song fades out, it leaves the audience contemplating the hollow victory of such pursuits. The constant repetition of feeling 'way too high' serves as a stark reminder of the distance the artist feels from grounding, meaningful connections.
"Wake up (Wake up, wake up, woah) It's the first of the month (Slatt, slatt, slatt, slatt)"
This quote samples Bone Thugs-N-Harmony's phrase from '1st of tha Month,' which contrasts a typical day in Carti's life with that of starting fresh monthly, characterized by collection of income and indulgence in vice.
"I told my boy, 'Go roll like ten blunts for me'"
Here, Playboi Carti is highlighting his excessive consumption of marijuana to reach a state of numbness, referencing a specific experience recounted by SheLovesMeechie during the song's recording.
"I'm tryna get high 'til I can't feel nothin'"
This line symbolizes Playboi Carti's objective to escape reality, indicating the excessive lengths he's willing to go not to face his feelings or the harshness of his reality.
"She my best friend (What? What?), yeah, we not a couple (What? What?)"
This line could be reflecting on his relationship with Iggy Azalea, as well as showcasing his perpetual bachelorhood psyche, playing with the theme of disconnection not just from feelings, but from meaningful relationships as well.
