WHO?

Stray Kids' song 'Who?' delves into the profound and often challenging journey of self-discovery and identity. The lyrics pose existential questions such as 'I am who? I am what? What’s the reason for my real existence?' which reflect the internal struggle of the individual seeking to understand their purpose and place in the world. The repetition of 'Don’t know why' emphasizes the confusion and frustration that can accompany this search for meaning.

The song's narrative describes a person who is kept awake at night by their thoughts, a condition akin to insomnia, indicating a deep sense of unrest and a mind burdened by unanswered questions. The metaphor of thoughts piling up like a wall that grows increasingly higher illustrates the overwhelming nature of these existential inquiries. The 'voice, voice' that rains down incessantly represents the external pressures and opinions that can cloud one's judgment and make it difficult to hear one's own inner voice amidst the 'noise, noise.'

Stray Kids, known for their introspective and often socially conscious lyrics, touch upon the universal human experience of seeking one's identity. The song conveys a sense of being lost, akin to a 'lost child,' and the difficulty in finding the path to the answers one seeks. The struggle to find oneself in a world full of expectations and distractions is a theme that resonates with many, particularly the youth who are in the midst of forming their own identities.