Meaning of "Mercury" by Ruston Kelly

The imagery in the lyrics portrays a sense of brokenness and chaos within the narrator. They feel like they are falling apart, described as a snake in the woodpile, an unravelled flag, and a burned-down house. This could represent a sense of loss, trauma, and emotional turmoil that the narrator is experiencing. The mention of being a dying star in someone else's junkyard heart and a kid puking outside a bar further emphasizes feelings of worthlessness and self-destructive tendencies. Despite this, the narrator finds comfort in being with someone else, symbolized by sinking in Mercury. This could suggest that even in the midst of pain and chaos, finding connection and solace with another person can provide a sense of stability and belonging.