"Mailbox" is a song by the German hip-hop duo Genetikk. The lyrics talk about personal struggles, pain, and the search for meaning in life. The song reflects on the hardships of growing up and the challenges faced by the protagonist. The lyrics mention being a rich child but having problems, screaming at birth because life is painful. The artist expresses their difficult experiences, including hearing gunshots and shedding tears. They also address engaging in illegal activities for recognition or trophies. The lyrics mention the artist's scratchy voice, comparing it to a cat sitting in an oven. They state that they rap as a form of therapy, not because it's trendy. They express financial struggles, highlighting that the minimum wage is not enough to afford a psychologist but is sufficient for engaging in drug-related activities. The song touches on the feeling of being trapped or stuck like a pirate, wearing out guardian angels while battling demons and evil forces. The artist mentions fate or destiny, which brings them hardships and a bitter taste in their mouth (referring to life's challenges). They talk about smuggling drugs, running from the police, and feeling like they are in their own world, similar to Dennis Rodman. The chorus expresses the desire to reclaim their dreams and long for the magic and inspiration that they once had. They address money as a "bitch" and mention wanting the freedom and luxury of driving a coupe car instead of using public transportation. The artist refers to feeling high or intoxicated, comparing themselves to the mythical creature Medusa. They mention a fictional character, Mulan, who is depicted as having similar eyes. They talk about swapping canned ravioli for tuna, using Abramovich (a reference to the Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich) to represent feeling down or depressed. The lyrics express the desire to drive a Mercedes-Benz S-Class AMG car and refer to Nikola and Tesla, suggesting a desire for a luxurious lifestyle. They emphasize that life is not a test drive and warn about the consequences of crashing hard. The artist acknowledges that they may have a strict perspective on the world but feel disconnected, possibly referring to a lack of connection with others or society. The mention of LTE (a mobile communication standard) may indicate a metaphorical loss of communication or connection. Overall, the song reflects on personal struggles, material desires, and the search for meaning in life while acknowledging the hardships and challenges faced along the way.
