Lil Peep, born Gustav Elijah Åhr, was an American rapper, singer, and songwriter who emerged in the mid-2010s with a unique blend of emo, punk, and trap music. He gained a massive following among young people, particularly those struggling with mental health issues, with his raw and vulnerable lyrics that touched on themes of depression, anxiety, addiction, and heartbreak.

Lil Peep's music was characterized by his distinctive singing style, which combined melodic hooks with rap verses, often accompanied by distorted guitars and heavy bass. His lyrics were deeply personal, drawing from his own experiences of drug abuse, relationship troubles, and self-doubt. He was open about his struggles with mental health, frequently referencing his depression and anxiety in his songs.

One of Lil Peep's most popular songs, "Awful Things," features lyrics that speak to his feelings of alienation and loneliness:

"I'm upset, fifty thou' on my head, it's disrespect So offended that I had to double check I'ma always take the money over sex That's why they need me out the way, what you expect?"

The song also references Lil Peep's struggles with addiction, with lines like "I can't feel my face, I'm still alive but I'm not here in the same way that you are."

Another standout track from Lil Peep's discography is "Star Shopping," which showcases his ability to blend emo and hip-hop influences into a cohesive sound. The song's chorus features Lil Peep singing in a vulnerable, high-pitched voice:

"Wait right here, I'll be back in the mornin' I know that I'm not that important to you But to me, girl, you're so much more than gorgeous"

The lyrics of "Star Shopping" touch on themes of heartbreak and regret, with Lil Peep lamenting a lost love and expressing his desire to make things right.

Lil Peep's music was often controversial, with some critics accusing him of glorifying drug use and promoting a nihilistic worldview. However, his fans saw his music as a form of catharsis, a way to connect with others who were struggling and to feel less alone in their own struggles. His untimely death in 2017 at the age of 21 was a devastating loss for his fans and the music industry as a whole, but his legacy lives on through his music and the impact he had on a generation of young people.