Astral

La Moto's song 'Astral' takes listeners on a dreamlike journey to an idyllic, otherworldly planet where nature reigns supreme. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a utopia where children ride winged horses, and teachers are dressed like wise magi. This fantastical setting is free from the constraints of time, malice, and envy, allowing the narrator to experience a sense of goodness and purity. The imagery of playing elves and golden buds among the plants further enhances the sense of a magical, harmonious world.

The narrator's encounter with an elderly man with a white beard serves as a pivotal moment in the song. When asked where they are, the old man points to the mountain, sea, and earth, revealing that the narrator is in a place they have always been, but only now realize. This moment of enlightenment suggests that the utopia described is not a distant, unreachable place but rather a state of mind or a deeper understanding of the world around us.

Upon waking, the narrator feels a reluctance to open their eyes, wishing to prolong the dream. However, the sound of the elves playing reassures them that they are still in the same place, as the old man had said. This ending implies that the beauty and harmony of the dream world can be found in our everyday lives if we choose to see it. 'Astral' encourages listeners to seek out and appreciate the inherent goodness and magic in the world around them, suggesting that paradise is not a far-off place but a perspective we can adopt.