‘StarStruck,’ Valentina Moretti’s new single, is one of those tracks that gets into your body but stays in your head because of its lyrics and infectious rhythm. From the first beat, the song establishes a clear tension between letting go and keeping your feet on the ground.
Narratively, ‘StarStruck’ constructs an almost cinematic story. Valentina takes on the persona of Space Val, a girl enjoying a night at a club on Earth when a shiny, androgynous alien appears, seemingly intent on taking her on a journey through space. While she’s intrigued by the alien’s otherworldly presence and the possibility of another adventure, she quickly realizes that she doesn’t need to leave Earth to find fulfillment. In that moment, Space Val asserts her independence, telling the alien to back off and letting herself simply dance, rejecting their space-bound romance.
Outer space represents the promise, the escape, the unknown that seduces, but also that which can hide dishonest intentions. The lyrics say it bluntly: “You say you wanna save me/You know I’m human, right?”
The track moves effortlessly within the indie dance and electro-pop genres, with a constant pulse that invites you to dance and enjoy. The chorus, “I said shut up and let me dance/Don’t want your outer space romance,” acts as a manifesto that there’s no room here for a savior, nor for forced idealization.
One of the most interesting aspects of ‘StarStruck’ is that it functions as a direct analogy to Valentina’s everyday experience as a trans woman, capturing the external pressure, the constant scrutiny of others, and the false concern disguised as love or curiosity. The alien represents those who believe she needs to be saved or explained.
The song’s message of self-affirmation is clear, showing that you don’t need to go to another planet to be happy when you already have what’s essential. ‘StarStruck’ also functions as a declaration of self-love. Beyond the narrative and the metaphor, the song insists on the simple yet powerful idea that no one needs external approval to validate themselves.
With this release, Valentina Moretti not only adds a new single to her catalog but also prepares the ground for a key stage in her career, which includes the launch of her new label CyberFetish and the Soy Machin project in 2026.
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