Velonica (tv Size)

Aqua Timez's 'Velonica (tv Size)' is a poignant exploration of emotional resilience and the human condition. The lyrics delve into the complexities of masking pain with a facade of happiness, a common theme in many people's lives. The opening lines, 'さあ切ないのこのまぎら幸せのふりをしていた' (I was pretending to be happy despite the pain), set the tone for a song that grapples with the struggle of maintaining a brave face in the face of adversity. This theme is further emphasized by the lines 'もっと走ったの言い聞かした無言でそっとつかみ合い' (I told myself to keep running, silently holding on), which suggest a relentless pursuit of endurance despite the emotional toll.

The song also touches on the idea of solitude and the burden of carrying one's struggles alone. The lyrics '来た道を一別ひとりを我慢し満するさんさんのすぐは' (I glanced back at the path I came from, enduring the loneliness) highlight the isolation that often accompanies personal battles. This sense of loneliness is juxtaposed with fleeting moments of respite, as depicted in '果てしない旅の途中で街のはずれに立ち寄る疲れた両足をそっと投げ出して寝転ぶと' (During the endless journey, I stop at the edge of town, gently throwing my tired feet out and lying down). These moments of rest provide a temporary escape from the relentless journey of life.

A recurring motif in the song is the reflection on past memories and the emotional weight they carry. The lines '繰り返される浅いメモリー何度も同じあの横顔何度も同じあの言葉を' (Repeated shallow memories, the same profile, the same words over and over) suggest a cycle of reliving past experiences, which can be both comforting and burdensome. The song acknowledges the inherent sadness in life, as expressed in '生きているだけで悲しいと思うのは私だけなの' (Am I the only one who feels sad just by living?). However, it also offers a message of hope and understanding, recognizing that '本当のことだけで生きて行けるほど僕らは強くないさ強くなくていいい' (We are not strong enough to live only by the truth, and that's okay). This acceptance of human vulnerability is a powerful reminder that it's okay to not always be strong.