: Deviating from his aggressive SoundCloud rap style, "Revenge" is an acoustic-driven alternative rock and folk-pop ballad. Key Lyrics & Spanish Translation
"Revenge" (originally titled "") is one of XXXTentacion's most emotionally raw tracks, released on May 18, 2017 , as the lead single for his debut studio album, 17 . Background & Meaning XXXTENTACION - Revenge (Sub EspaГ±ol-English)
: The song is dedicated to his close friend, Jocelyn Flores , who tragically committed suicide in May 2017 while visiting him. : Deviating from his aggressive SoundCloud rap style,
: The central lyric, "I've dug two graves for us, my dear," refers to the Confucius proverb: "Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves" —implying that seeking revenge ultimately destroys the seeker as well. : The central lyric, "I've dug two graves
: The lyrics explore themes of self-forgiveness , regret, and the cyclic nature of pain.