Merkules provides technical rap verses that maintain his signature "underground" flow while delving into personal hardships . Critical Reception & Context
Upchurch delivers a melodic but aggressive hook, repeating the line "Motherf***er I'm a monster," which contrasts with the song's more somber verses . Merkules ft Upchurch - ''MONSTER''
"" is a collaborative single by Canadian rapper Merkules and American country-rap artist Ryan Upchurch , released on February 22, 2021 . The track is a fusion of hip-hop and country-rap, characterized by a melancholic piano-driven beat produced by Thomas Toner . Production & Creative Credits Release Date: February 22, 2021 . Label: Merkules Music Inc. . Producer: Thomas Toner . Composers: Cole Stevenson (Merkules) and Ryan Upchurch . Thematic Content & Lyrics Merkules provides technical rap verses that maintain his
The lyrics reference self-harm ("stars on your wrist"), isolation, and the realization that the source of one's pain is often the reflection in the mirror . The track is a fusion of hip-hop and
In early 2025, the relationship between the two appeared to sour, with Merkules releasing a track titled " Ego Intervention " (subtitled "Upchurch's Therapy Session"), which was widely interpreted by fans and critics as a diss track or a "tough love" message to Upchurch .
The song explores dark, introspective themes including , internal demons, and the feeling of losing oneself to a "monster" within .
Reviewers have praised the track for its emotional depth and the chemistry between the two artists, noting that Merkules "held his own" alongside Upchurch's distinctive country-rap style .