piano

Betcover's song 'Piano' is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of loss, memory, and the passage of time. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a piano that has changed, symbolizing a transformation or a loss that the narrator is grappling with. The piano, once a source of joy and music, now seems to be a repository of unfulfilled desires and unanswered questions, as suggested by the lines 'ほしがりピアノ' (a piano that desires) and 'こたえてたからばこ' (a treasure box that answered). This imagery evokes a sense of nostalgia and longing for what once was.

The recurring motif of a bridge that 'ぼくたちがにどとわたらない' (we will never cross again) underscores the theme of irreversible change. This bridge represents a point of no return, a moment in time that the narrator and their companion can never revisit. The mention of someone else seeing a rainbow ('きっとだれかがにじをみる') while they cannot cross the bridge again adds a layer of bittersweet acceptance, acknowledging that life goes on even as they remain stuck in their memories.

The chorus, with its repeated 'Ooh! ピアノ,' serves as a poignant reminder of the piano's enduring presence and its ability to evoke deep emotions. The line 'おとがどこまでものびてゆく' (the sound stretches endlessly) suggests that the music, and by extension the memories and emotions tied to it, will continue to resonate even in places the narrator can no longer reach. This idea is further emphasized by the realization that 'ぼくたちがにどともどれないことに' (we can never return), highlighting the finality of their situation. Betcover's 'Piano' is a moving reflection on the passage of time, the permanence of change, and the enduring power of music to capture and convey our deepest emotions.