NXT 2 U

The song 'NXT 2 U' by 3RACHA, a sub-unit of the South Korean boy group Stray Kids, delves into the complex emotions of unrequited love and the frustration of being in the 'friend zone.' The lyrics express the protagonist's desire to be more than just friends with someone who is already in a relationship with another person. The protagonist sees the current relationship as fake and believes that they would be a better match for the person they are interested in.

Throughout the song, the protagonist struggles with the moral dilemma of wanting to be with someone who is already taken. They refrain from acting on their feelings out of a sense of guilt and respect for the existing relationship. However, the protagonist can't help but feel that they are more suitable for the person they desire, offering to be a volunteer to fill their emptiness. The use of social media metaphors, such as being a volunteer to fill someone's 'timeline,' highlights the modern context of the song and the way relationships are often portrayed online.

The chorus of 'NXT 2 U' captures the protagonist's longing to be close to the person they care about, wishing that they would reach out to them when feeling lonely. The repeated requests for the person to be by their side, coupled with the sending of texts and emoticons, reflect the protagonist's deep yearning for a connection that goes beyond friendship. The song's bridge, with its declaration of 'No flex zone, No friendzone,' emphasizes the protagonist's determination to break out of the friend zone and be seen as a potential romantic partner.