"Malum" is a song by the artist Gost, and its lyrics depict a sense of longing, regret, and the cyclical nature of a toxic relationship. In the opening lines, the narrator describes the intense connection between two individuals, with their bodies craving each other's presence. However, they also acknowledge that every eye is upon them, possibly implying the judgment and scrutiny they may face from society. The narrator asks for forgiveness and hints at a cycle of forgiveness and forgetting within the relationship. The chorus emphasizes the waste of time and energy spent on the person they are addressing. The repeated phrase "wasting line, wasting time" suggests a pattern of unproductive and damaging investment. The narrator acknowledges that everyone can see this destructive behavior and that each day spent on this person is a lost ritual, possibly referring to the repetitive nature of their actions. As the song progresses, there is a shift in the relationship dynamic. The line "And you pull the flesh away, reminding me absolute" paints an image of the person detaching themselves from the narrator, making them face the harsh truth. The mention of an intimidating salute implies a display of power or dominance from the other person. The line "tapping into time belated" suggests the realization that they have been wasting precious time that is now lost. The narrator speaks of release and relief, indicating that the relationship has ended or is coming to an end. The mention of death following soon can be interpreted metaphorically, representing the death of the relationship or the death of the narrator's attachment to the person. Overall, "Malum" portrays a toxic relationship in which the narrator recognizes the destructive and repetitive nature of their connection. They express regret for the time wasted and finally find some liberation from the toxic cycle.
