The song "Star No Star" by Jack Off Jill is about a toxic and dysfunctional relationship. The lyrics suggest that the protagonist is struggling to distance themselves from their partner, who they believe can only see them as half a person. The chorus repeats the phrase "star no star," implying that fame and fortune ultimately don't matter in the end. The protagonist watches their partner on TV and feels fear, but also longs for their affection and attention. They are unsure of what to believe and feel like they are being deceived. However, they continue to wait in the hopes of fulfilling their desires. The second verse suggests that the partnership is violent, with burnt hands indicating physical harm. The protagonist is seeking a perfect day with their partner and believes that peeling away their scars will make things better. The repeated phrase "star no star" suggests that despite any success or fame, the end result will be the same. Ultimately, the protagonist realizes that they need to distance themselves from their partner and not believe in their lies. They suggest that true love and happiness can be found without fame or fortune. The phrase "We end up right here my friend, star no star" reinforces this message.
