Question by Chantell L: What are some songs that are about drug addiction that have intense lyrics?
I’m doing an english essay and i have to have three sets of lyrics about drug addiction that i can write about. It would be great if there were some from different points of view, like some one who wants to stop, a mother or friend watching whats happening or some one who likes the thrills and thinks it’s a good thing etc….Thanks if you can help me out 🙂

Best answer:

Answer by Bud Light Girl
Cocaine by Eric Clapton.

Answer by Paul M
Cold Turkey – John Lennon
The Drugs Don’t Work – The Verve

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