The song "Black Lexus" by Joseph Arthur tells the story of a person who is lost and searching for something or someone they cannot find. The lyrics depict a sense of confusion, frustration, and a feeling of being cursed. The black Lexus mentioned in the song represents a symbol of status and luxury. It has travelled for two hundred thousand miles, indicating a long journey. The "missing roads" beneath the car suggest that the person has been traveling aimlessly, unsure of their destination. The protagonist is portrayed as someone who is lost and doesn't know where they're going. They rely on checking with the stars and astrology to guide them. Reading their horoscopes in the New York Post reflects their desperate search for direction and guidance. Despite their attempts, they can't find what they are looking for. The repeated lyrics, "You can't find her," emphasize this struggle. The "her" mentioned could represent a person who they have lost or are desperately trying to find. And by not being able to find her, they feel everything is reversed, as though they are looking at themselves in the mirror. The protagonist's situation worsens, as their car gets towed due to misreading a sign. They feel stuck and don't have any money left. The stars advise against leaving, further compounding their frustration and sense of being cursed. Everyday situations seem to make them feel worse, as evident in the lyrics, "Everyday you look a little worse, Everyday you feel a little curse." Overall, "Black Lexus" explores themes of lostness, confusion, and the struggle to find something or someone that seems impossible to locate. It delves into the inner turmoil and frustration that comes with feeling disconnected and directionless.
