Middle Finger | Bohnes -

"You put an eagle inside of a cage / And you think I’m not strong enough to escape."

has always been a bit of a shapeshifter. From the pop-rock polish of The Cab to his solo evolution as Bohnes , he’s spent years refining his sound. But in December 2016, he dropped “Middle Finger” —a track that felt less like a single and more like a manifesto. The Vibe: Raw, Gritty, and Unapologetic Bohnes - Middle Finger

The song thrives on the tension between feeling trapped and finding the power to leave. DeLeon captures a generational angst that feels both personal and universal: "You put an eagle inside of a cage

"I’m done being your slave / My generation’s had enough / And you should be afraid." The Vibe: Raw, Gritty, and Unapologetic The song

"Middle Finger" isn't just about a gesture; it's about the "soul being ignited." It’s Bohnes at his most visceral—an artist on fire, proving that sometimes, the only way to thrive is to stop playing by everyone else's rules.

If you’re looking for a polite radio hit, this isn’t it. "Middle Finger" is a "ballsy" departure from his earlier work, blending a dark, electronic edge with a soaring pop-rock chorus. It’s the kind of track that makes you want to drive too fast or finally quit that job you hate.

Critics and fans alike have noted that these lyrics signal a move toward more "refined" yet aggressive storytelling, emphasizing a refusal to just survive, but a determination to "own the sky."