"" is the breakout single from the German electronic duo Digitalism , initially released on October 3, 2005 . As a cornerstone of the mid-2000s electro-house movement, it blends high-octane dance rhythms with rock-influenced energy. Origin and Meaning
The title is a play on the word "Starlight," specifically chosen to honor Philippe "Zdar" Cerboneschi , a pioneer of French house and half of the duo Cassius .
Beyond the tribute, the unique spelling helped the track stand out among many other songs titled "Starlight" by artists like Muse and Model 500.
It features a "protracted elaborate intro" that builds into an "explosive climax".
The track is celebrated for its precise production and driving energy:
This was Digitalism's first major release on the influential French label Kitsuné , establishing them as key figures alongside contemporaries like Justice and Soulwax. Musical Characteristics