Stalker

Duke's song 'Stalker' delves into the unsettling and intense emotions of obsession and unrequited love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is consumed by their fixation on someone else, to the point of stalking them. The song opens with a night sky filled with stars, symbolizing the vastness of the protagonist's thoughts and feelings. However, their focus is solely on the object of their obsession, who is constantly on their mind. The protagonist's curiosity about the other person's actions and whereabouts drives them to repeatedly call and try to connect, despite receiving no response. This unreciprocated attention only fuels their anxiety and desperation, leading to a sense of madness.

The chorus reveals the protagonist's fear and jealousy, as they imagine the person they desire being with someone else. This fear manifests in a plea for the person not to be with another, highlighting the protagonist's possessive and controlling nature. The repeated use of the word 'dirty' suggests a sense of moral corruption and degradation, both in the protagonist's actions and in their perception of the other person. The protagonist's behavior becomes increasingly erratic and intrusive, as they admit to waiting outside the person's house and feeling unable to let go.

The song's climax is marked by a realization of the protagonist's own madness and the destructive nature of their obsession. They acknowledge that their actions are driven by a deep-seated fear and insecurity, which ultimately leads to a cycle of self-destruction. The repeated references to 'crazy' and 'dirty' underscore the protagonist's internal turmoil and the toxic nature of their fixation. Duke's 'Stalker' serves as a haunting exploration of the darker side of love and the lengths to which obsession can drive a person.