Midtown

DUKI's 'Midtown' is a track that delves into the complexities of fame, success, and personal relationships. The song begins with a spoken word snippet that seems to criticize the current state of music, suggesting that true musicianship is lacking. This sets the stage for DUKI to express his own journey and stance within the industry.

The lyrics reflect a dichotomy between the artist's public success and private emotions. DUKI talks about achieving his dreams, symbolized by diamonds that he can now wear as pendants, indicating his financial and status success. Despite this, he admits to feeling 'poco interesante' (not very interesting) and describes himself as 'un loco extravagante' (a crazy extravagant person), hinting at a sense of isolation or emptiness that often accompanies fame. The repeated line 'Que hay after después del after' (There's an after after the after) suggests a never-ending cycle of parties and events, which might be both a cause and a symptom of the loneliness he feels.

The song also touches on a failed romantic relationship, where DUKI contemplates calling someone who previously didn't answer, indicating unresolved feelings. The juxtaposition of his public life, filled with interviews and attention, against his private longing for a significant other, paints a picture of the bittersweet nature of fame. The artist's desire for genuine connection is clear, as he wishes to be someone's 'todo' (everything) rather than just a 'tal vez' (maybe), showing a yearning for certainty and depth in his personal life.