Starian (translation)

Duke's song 'Starian' delves into the complex interplay between emotional isolation and the yearning for connection. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a protagonist who feels locked in a mechanical existence, devoid of genuine emotion. The repeated plea to be 'locked in' someone's heart suggests a deep desire for intimacy and acceptance, yet there's a palpable sense of frustration and resignation. The line 'Machine no need for emotion' underscores the protagonist's struggle with a world that seems indifferent to their feelings, highlighting a sense of alienation.

The song's chorus shifts the focus to a more poetic and melancholic imagery. The 'depressing gray sky' and the city 'locked in with sorrow' evoke a sense of pervasive sadness and hopelessness. This imagery reflects the protagonist's internal state, where their 'idea of life' seems to glide aimlessly, searching for meaning. The term 'Starian' itself, a body without words, symbolizes a silent, almost ghostly presence that seeks to merge with another, to find solace and completeness in a shared existence.

In the second rap verse, the protagonist's plea becomes more desperate. The call to 'close your heart' to everyone else and 'only hold me in' reveals a possessive, almost obsessive need for exclusive love and attention. The rejection of 'flesh and blood' in favor of a 'sense of life' suggests a longing for a deeper, more spiritual connection that transcends physicality. The defiant tone in 'No one can stop you from being with me' underscores a determination to overcome any barriers to this desired union, despite the emotional void that pervades their existence.