[Verse 1:]
"In the night, I take the lead,
With Cayro close, matching my speed.
We share this board, but I feel the weight—
Of something more, as our hearts sync with fate."
Connection to the Chapter:
While Cayro narrates the flight, the weight of Star’s feelings for him is evident through her actions—her decision to borrow his hoodie, the way she guides the experience, and her eventual quiet admission of wanting to spend more time with him. Star’s unspoken emotions match the lyrics, as she takes the lead both physically and emotionally during their flight .
[Pre-Chorus:]
"I see the stars reflected in his eyes,
Feel him hold on as we rise through the skies.
He doesn’t know, but I’m falling too—
We’re not just riding; I’m falling for you."
Connection to the Chapter:
The pre-chorus reflects Star’s growing realization of her feelings for Cayro. While the chapter is told from his perspective, her subtle actions—like holding his hand and guiding him through the flight—hint at a deeper emotional connection. The act of sharing such an intimate moment under the stars highlights her vulnerability, even if she doesn’t explicitly voice it .
[Chorus:]
"Riding the stars, just me and you,
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Chasing the night in skies so blue.
I can feel it now, something’s changed,
I’m lost in this moment, everything’s rearranged."
Connection to the Chapter:
The chorus captures the freedom and intimacy of their shared flight. For Star, the skyboard becomes a literal and figurative space where she and Cayro can escape the weight of their circumstances. The lyrics reflect the transformative power of the moment, as both characters feel a shift in their relationship, even if Cayro isn’t fully aware of its depth yet .
[Verse 2:]
"Your laughter cuts through the wind so clear,
For the first time in a while, I forget the fear.
The battles we fight, they don’t matter now,
It’s just us in the air—forget the when and how."
Connection to the Chapter:
This verse aligns with the fleeting joy and sense of escape Star and Cayro share during their flight. Star’s laughter and her decision to guide the board reflect her attempt to live in the moment, temporarily setting aside the war and the dangers that surround them. The freedom of the flight mirrors the emotional release described in the song .
[Bridge:]
"But I feel the world creeping back in,
The danger, the war—we’ll never win.
But for now, we ride, and I’ll hold tight,
This is our escape, our one perfect flight."
Connection to the Chapter:
The bridge reflects the fleeting nature of their escape. The serene moment is shattered when Star is struck by the dart at the end of the chapter. The world creeping back in is foreshadowed in her awareness of the temporary nature of their flight. This parallels Cayro’s growing realization of how much Star means to him—a bond that becomes even more significant as danger intrudes on their shared moment .
[Outro:]
"When we land, I’ll guard my heart again,
But here in the stars, we’re more than just friends.
For now, we’re free—riding high and far,
Cayro and me, forever chasing the stars."
Connection to the Chapter:
The outro reflects Star’s internal conflict. While the chapter focuses on Cayro’s perspective, her actions—letting herself relax, lying beside him under the stars, and admitting her feelings—suggest a temporary lowering of her emotional defenses. This aligns with the song’s bittersweet acknowledgment that such moments are rare and fleeting, especially in the midst of war .
Conclusion:
"Riding the Stars" perfectly encapsulates the emotions and unspoken bond between Star and Cayro during their skyboard flight in Chapter 29. While the chapter shows Cayro’s growing feelings and the primal instinct awakening within him, the song gives voice to Star’s perspective, highlighting her vulnerability, her desire to hold onto the moment, and the bittersweet awareness that such freedom cannot last. Together, the song and chapter deepen their connection.