Dust Clears (feat. Noonie Bao)

Clean Bandit's song 'Dust Clears (feat. Noonie Bao)' delves into the themes of disillusionment and the challenging process of starting anew. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person coming to terms with the realization that their perceived reality was a construct of their own mind. This revelation is both disorienting and liberating, as it forces the individual to confront the truth and rebuild their life from scratch. The metaphor of 'dust clearing' symbolizes the moment of clarity when illusions dissipate, revealing the stark reality beneath.

The song's chorus emphasizes the difficulty of this transition. As the dust clears and the illusions fade, the process of restarting one's life is portrayed as a daunting task. The repetition of the phrase 'it may get harder, cause you just restarted' underscores the emotional and psychological challenges that come with embracing a new beginning. The imagery of landing on another star suggests the possibility of finding new opportunities and perspectives, even if the journey is fraught with obstacles.

In the verses, the lyrics explore the pain of realizing that relationships and friendships may not have been as genuine as once believed. The lines 'Imagine if the friend that you thought you knew wasn't really true' and 'It just existed in your head' highlight the theme of betrayal and the difficulty of distinguishing between reality and illusion. The plea to 'get real, real, real' serves as a call to face the truth and move forward, despite the emotional turmoil. The song ultimately conveys a message of resilience and the importance of confronting reality to pave the way for personal growth and new beginnings.