Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: progressive-house
Song Meaning of “Trepid” by deadmau5
‘Trepid’ by deadmau5 is a song about the feelings of uncertainty and ambiguity that occur when a person is on the cusp of a big change or an unknown future. It describes the immense feeling of trepidation when something is uncertain and out of the comfort zone, yet one must take a chance and take that next step. The song begins by reflecting on the idea of a trap, as if a person has been stuck in their mundane routines and habits, and further develops these same ideas of feeling trapped and stagnated in life’s routines. The energy of the song increases with the introduction of pulsing synths as the lyrics become more urgent, a metaphor for the mounting fear and trepidation of the unknown. With the rising energy of the track, the lyrics embody this fear and uncertainty and approach a point of realization or great clarity, where one can no longer afford to be “stifled and stale.” The song speaks of the moment when a person must confront the scary path of uncertainty, take a chance, and embrace the change. The song is ultimately an anthem to embrace the unknown and overcome the fear of the unknown, as all progress is born of taking risks.