Discover the story of the song > Don’t Talk to Strangers – Dio

The song is about warning the protagonist not to talk to strangers, because they might cause harm. The lyrics advise him not to write in starlight, hide in doorways, go to heaven, smell flowers or dream of women, as they may lead him to danger, darkness, anger and pain. The songwriter urges him to protect his soul and not let anyone inside his mind, and to run away from any potential danger or sadness.