The lyrics of Hawkwind's song Abducted describe an experience of being taken aboard an alien spacecraft. The narrator observes the surroundings on board the craft, noting electrical-like ceiling lines that resemble the lines in the human brain, and windows or screen areas that appear to be made of metal, crystal, or mirrored glass. They see a cloudscape or landscape on suspended plastic sheets and slanted surfaces on machines with instruments. Small creatures and robot-like creatures with reptilian and insectile facial qualities are seen busily moving around. The narrator expresses fear and repulsion towards the ugly creatures, comparing them to larvae inside the skin of a scary machine. It is suggested that the reptile-faced insect bodied robots are being brought out for specific functions. Overall, the song seems to be exploring themes of extraterrestrial abduction and the fear and confusion that can come with encounters with unfamiliar beings and situations. The surreal imagery and ominous tone of the lyrics create a sense of unease and disorientation, evoking the disorienting experience of being taken aboard an alien spacecraft.
