Post Malone and Morgan Wallen have teamed up to create “I Had Some Help,” a song that delves deep into the complexities of blame and shared responsibility in relationships.
With its candid lyrics and raw emotional depth, this track resonates with many who have experienced the ups and downs of romantic entanglements. Let’s break down the lyrics, explore the themes, and understand why this song strikes a chord with so many.
Setting the Scene: Opening Lines and Accusations
You Got a Lot of Nerve
- “You got a lot of nerve, don’t you, baby? I only hit the curb ’cause you made me”
- Malone opens with a strong accusation, immediately setting a confrontational tone. The blame is not one-sided; instead, he suggests that his mistakes were influenced by his partner’s actions.
- “You’re tellin’ all your friends that I’m crazy like I’m the only one”
- This line highlights a common issue in relationships: one party painting themselves as the victim while portraying the other as the sole problem. It’s a reminder that stories often have two sides.
The Glass House Metaphor: Hypocrisy and Blame
Throwing Stones in a Glass House
- “Why’d you throw them stones if you had a wild hair of your own or two?”
- The metaphor of throwing stones while living in a glass house is powerful. It suggests hypocrisy, as the partner criticizes Malone while having their own flaws.
- “Livin’ in your big glass house with a view, I thought you knew”
- The imagery of a glass house with a view implies that while the partner might seem perfect from the outside, there are underlying issues. It’s a call to acknowledge one’s own imperfections before judging others.
The Blame Game: Guilt and Innocence
Guilt Catching Up
- “You thought I’d take the blame for us a-crumblin’, go ’round like you ain’t guilty of somethin'”
- Malone addresses the unfair expectation that he would take all the blame. He highlights that his partner is not innocent and shares the guilt for their relationship’s downfall.
No One’s an Angel
- “You think that you’re so innocent after all the shit you did, I ain’t an angel you ain’t heaven-sent”
- This blunt acknowledgment that neither party is blameless is a sobering reminder that in relationships, both sides often contribute to the problems.
Post Malone “I Had Some Help”
(feat. Morgan Wallen)
I only hit the curb ’cause you made me
You’re tellin’ all your friends that I’m crazy
Like I’m the only one
Why’d you throw them stones if you
Had a wild hair of your own or two?
Livin’ in your big glass house with a view
I thought you knew
I had some help
It ain’t like I can make this kind of mess all by myself
Don’t act like you ain’t help me pull that bottle off the shelf
Been deep in every weekend if you couldn’t tell
They say teamwork makes the dream work
Hell, I had some help (Help)
(Help)
You thought I’d take the blame for us a-crumblin’
Go ’round like you ain’t guilty of somethin’
Already lost the game that you been runnin’
Guess it’s catchin’ up to you, huh
You think that you’re so innocent
After all the shit you did
I ain’t an angel you ain’t heaven-sent
Can’t wash our hands off this
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It ain’t like I can make this kind of mess all by myself
Don’t act like you ain’t help me pull that bottle off the shelf
Been deep in every weekend if you couldn’t tell
They say teamwork makes the dream work
Hell, I had some help (Help)
(Help)
(Help)
(Help)
It takes two to break a heart in two, ooh
Baby, you blame me and baby, I blame you
Oh, if that ain’t the truth (Oh)
I had some help
It ain’t like I can make this kind of mess all by myself
Don’t act like you ain’t help me pull that bottle off the shelf
Been deep in every weekend if you couldn’t tell
They say teamwork makes the dream work
Hell, I had some help (Help)
(Help)
(Help)
(Help)
Conclusion: A Powerful Reminder of Shared Blame
“I Had Some Help” by Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen is more than just a song; it’s a powerful reminder of the complexities of relationships and the importance of acknowledging shared blame.
By understanding that both partners contribute to the problems, we can take steps toward healthier, more honest relationships. Listen to the track, and you’ll find yourself reflecting on your own experiences and the roles we all play in the stories of our lives.