DEVOLUTION

Starset's song 'DEVOLUTION' delves into the disintegration of societal values and the illusion of progress. The lyrics paint a picture of a world where truth is buried and replaced with comforting lies. The opening lines, 'We've been burying the pages / We've been trying to erase this,' suggest a deliberate attempt to forget or ignore the past, building a metaphorical wall between reality and perception. This theme of self-deception is further emphasized with the line, 'Let's all spoon-feed on our own delusions,' indicating a collective acceptance of falsehoods.

The song also critiques the cyclical nature of societal issues, describing them as 'The same old things with the same solutions.' This repetition is portrayed as a form of 'fake revolution,' where real change is absent, and the same ineffective methods are employed repeatedly. The term 'de-evolution' is used to describe this backward movement, suggesting that instead of progressing, society is regressing. The imagery of 'sheep becoming wolves' and 'eating from the paw' highlights the manipulation and control exerted by those in power, leading to a state of anarchy and chaos.

Starset incorporates references to Darwinian theory, particularly the idea of 'survival of the fittest,' to underscore the natural consequences of complacency. The spoken word section, 'One general law, leading to the advancement of all organic beings, is multiply / Therein, let the strongest live, and the weakest die,' serves as a grim reminder of the potential downfall of a species that fails to adapt. The song concludes with a sense of inevitability, as the 'lord of the flies' opens its maw, symbolizing the impending doom brought about by societal decay and moral corruption.