Still In Love

CNBLUE's 'Still In Love' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is unable to move on from a past relationship, despite the pain it causes. The repetitive phrase 'Stabirabi rapststabira' serves as a rhythmic anchor, almost like a chant, emphasizing the cyclical nature of the protagonist's feelings. This phrase, though nonsensical, adds a layer of emotional intensity, reflecting the confusion and helplessness that often accompany unrequited love.

The lyrics describe sleepless nights and the struggle to hold back tears, highlighting the protagonist's ongoing emotional battle. The lines 'Apeun salang-a, sal bein deus nan apeuda' (Painful love, it hurts as if I'm being cut) and 'Sseulin salang-a, dog-eul samkin deus sseulida' (Cold love, it stings as if I've swallowed poison) use vivid metaphors to convey the physical and emotional pain of love that is not reciprocated. These metaphors effectively communicate the depth of the protagonist's suffering, making the listener empathize with their plight.

The song also touches on the theme of hope and despair. Despite the pain, the protagonist admits, 'Milyeon-i dasi millyeoonda. ajig salanghanda' (The lingering feelings come back again. I still love you). This line encapsulates the internal conflict of wanting to move on but being unable to let go. The repeated attempts to smile and move forward, only to be pulled back into the depths of sorrow, illustrate the relentless grip of unrequited love. The song's melancholic tone and heartfelt delivery by CNBLUE make 'Still In Love' a poignant exploration of love's more painful side.