Starry Eyed

This dreamy evocation of euphoria is the second single from English singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding. Goulding learnt to play the guitar and write her own songs at the age of fifteen. After attending the University of Kent studying drama for a couple of years, she moved to West London for the purpose of developing her songs and music career. Goulding told the NME: "The acceptance of living in London and attaining peace of mind led to tracks like 'Starry Eyed,' because I could finally write something more fun."

Goulding explained the meaning of the song to Digital Spy: "It's about letting go. As opposed to all the sad and depressing things I write about, I decided to write something about the joining together of people in some kind of euphoric state - be it at a festival, at a show or in a club. I wanted a song that would reach out to people of every background and every enjoyment, whether you enjoy a natural high, taking drugs, drinking or whatever. Because I'm essentially a pop artist I wanted to write a song that everyone can relate to."

Goulding told Digital Spy about the inspiration for the video: "I wanted it to be quite simple and down-to-earth to keep focus on the song. I guess it's just me kind of feeling the vibes. I wanted to be able to have freedom, which I literally do when I float in the air."