Hooker

Duke's song 'Hooker' delves into the superficiality and emptiness often associated with the pursuit of wealth and glamour. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world obsessed with appearances, where people are constantly trying to outdo each other in terms of material possessions and social status. The repetitive phrases and the use of Korean language add a rhythmic and almost hypnotic quality to the song, emphasizing the cyclical nature of this pursuit.

The song critiques the societal pressure to appear successful and wealthy, even if it means living a life that feels inauthentic. Lines like 'it neun cheog nan cheog jal na ga neun cheog' (pretending to have, pretending to be well-off) and 'se sang eh seo ji ga je il boo ja in cheog' (pretending to be the richest in the world) highlight the facade that many people maintain. The chorus, with its repetitive 'everybody geu dda wi mo doo geu dda wi' (everybody up there, everybody), underscores the collective nature of this societal obsession.

Duke also touches on the personal toll this lifestyle can take. The line 'geun de ni ga ga jin geon da han ga ji mom ddoong ah ri' (but what you have is just a fat body) suggests that despite all the external trappings of success, there is a lack of true fulfillment. The song questions whether this relentless pursuit of material wealth and social status is worth the emotional and psychological cost, asking 'geu roh ge sal go ship ni jeong mal ro' (do you really want to live like that?).

In essence, 'Hooker' serves as a social commentary on the hollowness of a life driven by materialism and the societal pressures to conform to certain standards of success. It challenges listeners to reflect on their own values and the true cost of their ambitions.