: He references using substances ("Pop a pill and ease di pain") to handle the pressure, a recurring and controversial theme in his work that reflects real-world concerns regarding his well-being. Impact and Performance
: Fans often view this track as a "real" look into the artist's psyche, moving beyond the persona of a "Gvnman" to show a vulnerable side that resonates with the "ghetto" experience of overcoming struggle only to face new mental hurdles. Skeng - Demons Awake
: Skeng opens with "Yow mi deevn feel di same / Since di money and di fame," immediately establishing the theme of disillusionment. : He references using substances ("Pop a pill
: The hook, "Mi demons dem awake / Dem a sing inna mi ear, every night and every day," portrays his internal battles as persistent, audible entities that follow him even after reaching the top. : The hook, "Mi demons dem awake /
Watch the official music video to see how the visual aesthetic mirrors the song's dark themes: Skeng - Demons Awake (Official Music Video) YouTube• 1 Dec 2022 Skeng - Demons Awake (Official Music Video)
Lyrically, the song is deeply introspective, focusing on the mental toll of his new reality.
: Composed by Shacko DiTruth and produced by DiTruth Records alongside Compoze Records, the beat features a brooding, minimalist melody that creates a sense of unease.