Can’t Go (갈 수가 없어)

Ben's song 'Can’t Go (갈 수가 없어)' delves into the emotional turmoil of feeling stuck and unable to move forward in life. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person trapped in a cycle of repetitive, unfulfilling days, where dreams and aspirations have faded into the background. The opening lines describe a room filled with dreams that have lost their meaning, symbolizing the protagonist's sense of disillusionment and the erosion of hope over time.

The song continues to explore the difficulty of envisioning a different future. The protagonist finds it challenging to look forward to new tomorrows, as the weight of past failures and unfulfilled promises looms large. This sense of being stuck is further emphasized by the repetition of daily routines that feel meaningless and the protagonist's inability to take even a single step forward. The lyrics convey a deep sense of frustration and helplessness, as the protagonist repeatedly questions whether tomorrow will be any different.

Despite the overwhelming sense of stagnation, there is a glimmer of hope in the song. The protagonist occasionally reminisces about their younger days, wondering if they could ever return to a time when they could smile and dream freely. This longing for the past suggests a desire to break free from the current cycle and find a way to move forward. However, the song ultimately circles back to the present, where the protagonist remains unable to take that crucial first step. Ben's emotive delivery and the poignant lyrics create a powerful narrative of struggle, hope, and the search for meaning in the face of life's challenges.