Lyrical Headshots 3: Songs That Explain Addiction

This "Lyrical Headshots" series delves into popular song lyrics that explore mental health. We are sitting on an untouched goldmine of literature written on the subject which hasn’t been discussed enough, and Not Your Usual Doctor, Dr. Charlie Easmon, is here to change that. 

In this episode, Charlie recites and reflects on three songs that focus on the issue of addiction. He explores the foundations of addiction and how it starts small and then slowly takes over your life. With lyrics from Lou Reed, he explores the subservience that an addict has to their dealer. ‘Mr. Brownstone’ by Guns N’ Roses offers a final explanation of the danger among addicts, especially heroin addicts, of ‘chasing the dragon’. 

We’d love to hear how the episode made you think about the issue of addiction and any song suggestions for future episodes!

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