僕らはそれを愛と呼んだ (bokura wa sore wo ai to yonda)

Atarayo's song "僕らはそれを愛と呼んだ (bokura wa sore wo ai to yonda)" delves into the complexities and imperfections of love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of emotional moments, such as someone crying at 2 AM and the withering of a flower in an outstretched hand. These images symbolize the fragility and transient nature of life and emotions. The song questions why change affects even the things we don't want to change, hinting at the inevitability of transformation in relationships and life.

Under the scarlet-dyed sky, the song's protagonists call their bond 'love,' despite its flawed and uneven nature. This love is described as a 'trivial form' created by something immutable, suggesting that even imperfect love holds value and beauty. The lyrics emphasize embracing love with all its thorns and rough edges, reflecting on past moments of tears and affection. The song captures the bittersweet essence of love, where even the pain and imperfections are cherished.

The song also explores the theme of understanding and misunderstanding in relationships. The lyrics mention someone laughing at 3 AM and the murky night being entrusted to the streetlights, symbolizing moments of clarity and confusion. The protagonists grapple with the difficulty of truly understanding each other, often pretending to understand when they don't. Despite these challenges, they hold onto the belief that love, in its flawed form, is worth embracing. The song concludes with a reflection on the unchanging nature of their love, remembering the tears and the cherished voice from the past, under the ever-present scarlet sky.