Taboo

Buck-Tick's song 'Taboo' delves into the complexities of forbidden love, pain, and the haunting beauty that often accompanies such intense emotions. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a passionate yet tumultuous relationship, where the boundaries of love and pain blur. The opening lines, 'kuchizuke hada o kogasu / atsui sesuji tsume wa hashirasu omae wa dare?' (A kiss burns the skin / Hot spine, nails run, who are you?), set the stage for a love that is both physically and emotionally intense. The imagery of burning skin and running nails suggests a love that is almost too intense to bear, hinting at the idea of love as a form of self-destruction.

The recurring use of the word 'A-mour' (love) juxtaposed with phrases like 'Please, never love me' and 'Still I love you, shinu hodo suki sa' (I love you to death) highlights the paradoxical nature of the relationship. The lovers are caught in a cycle of attraction and repulsion, unable to fully embrace or let go of each other. This duality is further emphasized by the repeated farewells, 'sayonara mashou no hito' (goodbye, magical person) and 'Au-revoir,' suggesting a love that is both enchanting and doomed.

The song also touches on themes of illusion and despair, with lines like 'musou no chikai akumu no shinpai ai no gensou' (an oath of fantasy, worry of nightmares, illusion of love). The love described in 'Taboo' is not grounded in reality but is instead a fantastical escape that ultimately leads to sorrow. The repeated mention of 'taboo' underscores the forbidden nature of this love, making it clear that societal norms and personal boundaries are being crossed. The final lines, 'namida ga kono sekai no kanashimi ga / kiete taboo taboo taboo' (tears, the sadness of this world / disappear, taboo taboo taboo), suggest a longing for release from the pain and sorrow that this forbidden love brings.

Buck-Tick's 'Taboo' is a haunting exploration of the darker side of love, where passion and pain are inextricably linked. The song's rich imagery and emotional depth make it a compelling listen, capturing the essence of a love that is as beautiful as it is destructive.