The lyrics of "Poison" explore the heavy emotional toll of fame, heartbreak, and mental health struggles. Rod Wave uses the metaphor of to describe love and relationships that have turned toxic, leaving him feeling isolated and haunted by "demons". Significant lyrical motifs include:
is a soul-stirring track by Rod Wave , released on November 1, 2019, as the sixth track on his breakout debut studio album, Ghetto Gospel . The song is a hallmark of Wave's "soul-trap" style, blending melodic rap with raw, vulnerable storytelling. Key Details and Production Release Date: November 1, 2019. Album: Ghetto Gospel , executive produced by Kevin Gates. Rod Wave - Poison (Official Audio)
Rodarius Green (Rod Wave), Tyler Javeon, and Yung Tago. Lyrical Themes The lyrics of "Poison" explore the heavy emotional
Expressing a preference for being alone ("thuggin' dolo") and cutting off communication to cope with pain. The song is a hallmark of Wave's "soul-trap"