: He pays tribute to the late AC/DC frontman with "Rest in peace to Bon Scott," mirroring the rebellious spirit of Back in Black .
"Rockstar" by Post Malone featuring 21 Savage is more than a celebration of excess; it is a dark, atmospheric exploration of how modern hip-hop has adopted and reshaped the archetypal rock 'n' roll lifestyle. Released as the lead single from Beerbongs & Bentleys , the track uses a "bleak dirge" tone to present a life of fame that is as self-destructive as it is glamorous. Core Themes & Lyrical Analysis Post Malone - Rockstar ft. 21 Savage
The song functions as a bridge between two eras of musical rebellion: : He pays tribute to the late AC/DC
: The official music video directed by Emil Nava is a blood-soaked homage to the Japanese film Lady Snowblood and the fight scenes of Kill Bill , featuring Post Malone in a white suit fighting a gang with samurai swords. Core Themes & Lyrical Analysis The song functions
: Lyrics about throwing TVs out of hotel windows (specifically the Montage) and heavy drug use ("cocaine on the table") recreate the "total lack of responsibility" associated with 1970s rock stardom.
: Post Malone grounds his "rockstar" status by referencing classic rock icons: