Unknown To The I

Drab Majesty's 'Unknown To The I' is a haunting exploration of existential themes, blending celestial imagery with earthly struggles. The opening lines, 'I knew you were made from the stars / Out of this world but rightfully ours,' suggest a profound connection between the narrator and another being, possibly a lover or a kindred spirit. This connection is depicted as otherworldly, hinting at a sense of destiny or cosmic significance. The mention of 'cocaine' as a 'merry go round' introduces a darker, more grounded element, symbolizing the cyclical and often destructive nature of their earthly experiences.

The lyrics continue to weave a tapestry of surreal and poignant imagery. 'We searched in the now / But were lost in the found' reflects a paradoxical quest for meaning, where the act of searching itself leads to a sense of being lost. The creation of a 'whole home in the sand' and making 'the bed in the flowers' evoke transient beauty and fragility, underscoring the impermanence of their existence. The 'sourest death of the hour' and 'oceans were the killing machines' further emphasize the omnipresence of mortality and the relentless passage of time.

The chorus, 'Soon we will fall from the sky / For reasons unknown to the I,' encapsulates the song's central theme of inevitable decline and the mysteries of fate. The use of 'I' instead of 'eye' suggests a deeper, introspective journey, where the reasons for their fall remain elusive even to themselves. This line resonates with a sense of surrender to the unknown, highlighting the limitations of human understanding in the face of cosmic forces. Drab Majesty's ethereal soundscape and poetic lyrics create a compelling narrative that invites listeners to reflect on the delicate balance between aspiration and despair, the celestial and the terrestrial.