Starlight
Muse(謬思合唱團) Lyrics

The opening lines of Muse's song Starlight describe the desire to escape from the memories of the people who care whether the singer lives or dies. The disconnect from these individuals leads to a feeling of isolation, which is further emphasized through the use of the phrase "far away" and the image of a ship taking the singer away from these memories. However, despite this feeling, the next lines speak to a hopefulness -- that starlight can be chased until the end of life. The line "I don't know if it's worth it anymore" reflects the uncertainty that comes with chasing a goal that may be unattainable, but the idea of chasing starlight carries with it a sense of possibility and optimism.

The notion of holding someone in one's arms is a recurring theme in the song, and it's likely that the person being referred to is someone with whom the singer feels a connection. This connection is characterized as electrifying, and the idea of conspiring to ignite the souls of others speaks to a desire to create and share experiences that are meaningful and transformative. The repetition of the lines "Our hopes and expectations, black holes and revelations" reinforces the idea that life is full of both uncertainty and possibility, that one's aspirations may sometimes lead to disappointment, but that the surprises that come along the way are what make life worth living.

Interestingly, while the song itself is fairly straightforward in its themes and structure, the video for the song is a bit more complex. It features the band performing on a stage that is being observed from another room, where the actions of the band members are being projected onto a group of people in a state of suspended animation. The video was directed by Paul Andresen, who is known for his work on music videos for Radiohead and The Smashing Pumpkins. Additionally, the song was used in an advertisement campaign for the Volkswagen Passat in the early 2000s, and has been covered by a variety of artists, including the cast of Glee.