Jukai

Buck-Tick's song 'Jukai' delves into the depths of human emotions, exploring themes of loneliness, memory, and the passage of time. The title 'Jukai' translates to 'Sea of Trees,' a reference to the Aokigahara forest in Japan, known for its dense foliage and association with solitude and despair. This setting provides a haunting backdrop for the song's exploration of a solitary journey through the labyrinth of one's mind and memories.

The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person lost in the darkness, both literally and metaphorically. The recurring line 'kon'ya mo hitoride baby yume no yume no kioku' (Tonight, alone again, baby, memories of dreams) suggests a repetitive cycle of isolation and introspection. The imagery of sinking into the darkness ('yami ni mayoi shizumi yuku') and the forest at night ('yoru no mori e') evokes a sense of being engulfed by one's own thoughts and emotions, unable to escape the shadows of the past.

The song also touches on the fragility of memory and identity. The lines 'wasurete shimai sou baby anata no kao nanimo' (I seem to forget, baby, your face, everything) highlight the struggle to hold onto memories of a loved one, as they slowly fade away. This loss is compounded by the cyclical nature of the seasons ('yagate wa kisetsu ni umoreru'), symbolizing the inevitable passage of time and the erosion of what once was. Through its melancholic lyrics and haunting melody, 'Jukai' captures the essence of human vulnerability and the relentless march of time, leaving listeners to ponder their own journeys through the forest of dreams and memories.