"Screen" by HARDY is a commentary on modern society's fixation with technology and screens, which he sees as hindering our ability to truly experience and live in the world around us. The song opens with a reference to violence being streamed on a television screen, symbolizing the desensitization and detachment we can feel from the world when we experience it through a screen. He then contrasts this with the beauty of shooting stars, encouraging listeners to look up from their screens and appreciate the wonders of the world. The chorus repeats the urge to unplug and break free from the constant stimulation of screens in order to fully experience life. HARDY longs for the simplicity and freedom of the past, referencing a time before technology when people sang along to bird songs and watched storms from front porches. Throughout the song, HARDY emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment, both for our own enjoyment of life and for the memories we create. The final lyrics suggest that we should keep our experiences and memories close to us, rather than relying on screens to preserve them. Overall, "Screen" is a call to action to break free from our technological distractions and experience life more fully, while also acknowledging the difficulties of doing so in a society where screens are ubiquitous.
