: The track embodies the band's motto, "Mono no aware" —a Japanese phrase meaning "the sad beauty of impermanence". This philosophy turns a horror icon into a bittersweet symbol of lost time and endless searching.
The song by synthwave band The Midnight (featuring Nikki Flores) is a nostalgic, neon-soaked narrative that serves as a unique character study of 1980s horror icon Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th franchise . While it captures the band's signature "Endless Summer" aesthetic, it reinterprets the slasher villain not just as a monster, but as a tragic, restless figure eternally "chasing" something he can never truly have. The Story of the Song
The narrative is built around several key 80s tropes and lyrical metaphors that humanize the legendary antagonist: The Midnight - Jason (Audio)
Experience the cinematic 80s aesthetic of the track with the official audio and saxophone-driven production: The Midnight - Jason (Official Audio) The Midnight YouTube• May 8, 2018
: The drum patterns are a deliberate "clear homage" to Michael Sembello’s "Maniac" from Flashdance , according to producer Tim McEwan. : The track embodies the band's motto, "Mono
The "story" of the audio itself is a tribute to the era it depicts:
: A defining element of the track is the saxophone solo performed by Thomas Edinger , which adds a soulful, "noir" quality to the dark subject matter. While it captures the band's signature "Endless Summer"
: The lyrics describe Jason as someone who "comes alive in metropolis lights" when the music is too loud, mirroring how the character in the films is often drawn to the noise of partying teenagers.