Addiction by Kanye West delves into the complexities of desire, longing, and compulsion. The song reflects on the struggles of dealing with addictions in various forms, such as love, sex, and materialistic pursuits. Kanye questions the cyclical nature of these attractions and how they can simultaneously bring pleasure and pain. Key themes include the battle between satisfaction and self-destruction, questioning one's choices, and the paradox of yearning for something that may not be beneficial. Particularly poignant moments include Kanye's reflective questioning, where he addresses the listener directly to consider their own compulsions and the impact they have on their lives.