Kyomubyou

Amazarashi's song 'Kyomubyou' delves deep into the existential dread and nihilism that pervades modern society. The lyrics paint a bleak picture of a future devoid of meaning, where individuals are trapped in a cycle of cause and effect, unable to escape their predetermined paths. The repeated references to '虚無の犠牲者' (victims of the void) highlight the sense of hopelessness and despair that characterizes the human condition in this dystopian vision. The song critiques the over-reliance on technology and the loss of humanity that comes with it, suggesting that our advancements have led us to a state of emotional and spiritual decay.

The imagery of a '未来無き未来' (future without a future) and '選択無き幸福' (happiness without choice) underscores the lack of agency and purpose in people's lives. The lyrics also touch on themes of conflict and isolation, as seen in lines like '隣人ですら争い合うから 争いもいたしかたない' (even neighbors fight, so conflict is inevitable). This reflects a world where social bonds have eroded, and individuals are left to fend for themselves in a hostile environment. The song's references to '因果交流 電の曼荼羅' (causal interaction, electric mandala) and 'オーバーテクノロジーと心中して生贄犠牲人間性' (dying with over-technology, sacrificing humanity) further emphasize the dehumanizing effects of technological progress.

The chorus, with its stark declaration of '夢もない 希望もない 目的もない' (no dreams, no hope, no purpose), encapsulates the song's central theme of existential nihilism. The repeated refrain of '虚無の犠牲者' serves as a haunting reminder of the void that consumes modern existence. The song also explores the psychological impact of this void, with lines like '人が嫌い 世界嫌い 言葉が嫌い 過去 未来怖い' (hate people, hate the world, hate words, fear the past and future). This suggests a deep-seated anxiety and disillusionment with both the present and the future, leaving individuals feeling isolated and disconnected from the world around them.