Chemical

Released through Republic and Mercury Records as Post Malone's first single of 2023, "Chemical" features an upbeat, pop-tinged sound, a contrast from much of the artist's more moody and somber offerings. The upbeat pop jam has a nostalgic vibe, with rocking guitar, happy beats, and high-pitched singing. But don't let the cheery tune fool you: the lyrics tell the same old story of the Utah-based singer's complicated on-and-off love life, which is totally his signature style.

Oxytocin makin' it all okay When I come back down, it doesn't feel the same Now I'm sittin' 'round, waitin' for the world to end all day 'Cause I couldn't leave you if I tried Oxytocin is a hormone that is produced in the hypothalamus and released by the pituitary gland. It plays a significant role in social bonding, sexual reproduction, and childbirth. Oxytocin is like the ultimate mood booster linked to trust, getting steamy, and building great relationships. Some even call it the "love hormone" for that reason. When you're cuddling someone special or having an earth-shattering climax, your oxytocin levels skyrocket!

Post Malone starts off the song by alluding to getting a "high" from the oxytocin which he gets from being affectionate with his lover. Post only gets this chemical in dizzying blasts, and because their relationship is toxic, he feels wrecked the rest of the time. In the part before the chorus, Post Malone spills the tea on his messed up love situation. You break me, then I break my rules Last time was the last time, too He's tried to bounce out of there before, but for some reason, he can't resist going back.