Avian
Mac Miller · Watching Movies With The Sound Off [2013]
Concoctions of hamentashens, launching a bottle rocket
Done being nice, I'm here for your life and all the profits
I'm not your conscience, you nuts? Almonds and Haagen Dazs
Auction off your grandfather's watch, from the holocaust
I'm iconic, making walking in the garden and bird watching
Alarming all of these cardinals like I need a pope
Puffing that white smoke, get faded and play the maestro
I'm ice cold, bunny slippers, nice robe
Sneaky bitch stole my Rolly last night yo
I might know some dyke hoes who can fight though
Walking on a tight rope, underneath a microscope
But close up, we all just molecules and isotopes
What psychic don't know the future?
To live life you kids might, just close your computer
The street lights might blind you though
Make a collage and look at it through a kaleidoscope
[Hook]
There's a bird in the sky
Look at him fly
Why...
[Verse 2]
A little TV money, dollars for sense of humour
Scholar for my attendance like Bueller, so no use for a tutor
Some cold brews in the cooler
Coming through in the woodgrain PT cruiser, stuntin'
I'm pissed off like a blind person looking for a restroom
Probably be dead soon inhaling cigarette fumes,
Sorry for that blind people comment, that was just rude
And I was raised better, say God bless you
I'm Kenny Powers, you more of a Debbie Downer
My bitch taking off her trousers every time I get around her
I'm nasty, I never shower, go sleep on a bed of flowers
Not end of this conversation, I've been in my head for hours
I'm out
[Hook]
There's a bird in the sky
Look at him fly
Why...
About Avian
Mac Miller's "Avian" stands as a poignant centerpiece on the 2013 album *Watching Movies With The Sound Off*, showcasing his evolution from the introspective hip-hop of his earlier work to a more atmospheric and experimental sound. Recorded during a pivotal period in his career, the track blends lo-fi textures with melodic sensibilities that became hallmarks of his later discography. The song reflects Miller's deep engagement with themes of mortality and emotional vulnerability, delivered through a voice that balances vulnerability with a distinct, laid-back cadence. As part of his broader body of work, "Avian" captures the essence of his unique ability to merge jazz influences with modern hip-hop, creating a sonic landscape that resonated deeply with fans and critics alike. It remains a testament to his artistic growth and the emotional depth he brought to his final recorded projects before his untimely passing.