Embalming

CaronzBekaluz's song 'Embalming' delves into themes of eternal preservation, love, and the haunting beauty of memories. The lyrics are rich with metaphors and vivid imagery, creating a surreal and almost dreamlike atmosphere. The term 'embalming' itself suggests a desire to preserve something forever, whether it be memories, emotions, or a relationship. This preservation is not without its pain, as indicated by the lines '血を流せども美しくあれと' (Even if blood flows, be beautiful). This juxtaposition of beauty and suffering is a recurring theme throughout the song.

The song also explores the idea of promises and the passage of time. The repeated mention of '約束' (promise) and the plea to 'もう少しだけ待って' (wait just a little longer) suggest a longing for fulfillment and the anxiety that comes with waiting. The imagery of '水銀のカプチーノ' (mercury cappuccino) and '蜃気楼に満ろう' (mirage) adds to the surreal quality of the song, blurring the lines between reality and illusion. This dreamlike state is further emphasized by the reference to 'Merry-go-round' and 'グリニッチの支配' (Greenwich's control), suggesting a cyclical and timeless nature of the emotions being described.

The relationship between the narrator and the subject of the song is complex and multifaceted. The lines 'あなたとは悪い夢を見て / 目覚めたら抱き合うわ' (I had a bad dream with you / When I wake up, we embrace) indicate a bond that transcends the ordinary, rooted in both pain and comfort. The act of 'Embalming' becomes a metaphor for this relationship, a way to preserve the beauty and pain of their connection forever. The song ends with a return to the beginning, '生まれ落ちた穴最果てへ' (to the far end of the hole where we were born), suggesting a cyclical journey that is both an end and a new beginning.