The song "Choking Gesture" by Hank Williams III is about someone who is struggling with addiction and the negative effects it has on their life. The lyrics describe the physical toll that substance abuse takes on the body, with the repeated line "Choking gesture, can't breathe in" conveying the feeling of suffocation and desperation. The protagonist of the song is drowning in their addiction, unable to enjoy sex, drugs, or alcohol without feeling consumed by them. They know that they should "just fucking chill," but they can't seem to break free from their destructive habits. The song also touches on themes of loneliness and isolation, with the lines "Addicted to your problems / 'Cause you never can feel bad / And you never will / And you must die alone" suggesting that addiction is a self-destructive cycle that ultimately leads to a lonely and unhappy existence. Overall, "Choking Gesture" is a poignant and harrowing portrait of addiction and its toll on the human body and spirit. Its stark lyrics and relentless repetition of the "Choking gesture" motif create a visceral and intense listening experience.
