Raison D'être

Claymore's song 'Raison D'être' delves into the profound and often painful search for meaning in life. The lyrics, rich with imagery and emotion, explore themes of loss, love, and the struggle to find one's purpose. The opening lines, 'あぁ　いくつもの夜を越えて / 凍った夢と消えゆく涙' (Ah, crossing many nights / Frozen dreams and vanishing tears), set a melancholic tone, suggesting a journey through hardship and sorrow. The repeated plea 'Woe me, woe me, love me' underscores a deep sense of longing and despair.

The song reflects on the difficulty of moving forward when burdened by past memories and emotional scars. Lines like 'ここまで歩いても終わりが見えない / 過去の記憶を満ち潤いに' (Even after walking this far, the end is not in sight / Filling up with past memories) convey a sense of being trapped in a cycle of pain and reflection. The protagonist grapples with self-hatred and the inability to love, as expressed in '人を愛せないこの身が憎い' (I hate this body that cannot love).

Despite the darkness, there is a glimmer of hope and resilience. The lyrics '生きる意味など知らないままでいい / いつか笑える日が来るならば' (It's okay not to know the meaning of life / If a day comes when I can laugh) suggest a tentative acceptance of the unknown and a belief in the possibility of future happiness. The song concludes with a sense of companionship and strength derived from a significant other, '今でも心のどこかにあなたがいるから / 迷わずに歩いていける' (Because you are still somewhere in my heart / I can walk without hesitation). This connection provides the courage to continue the journey, even without clear answers.