fujI (歌詞)
Cö Shu Nie
The Yearning Heart: A Tale of Unrequited Love in 'fujI (歌詞)' by Cö Shu Nie
Cö Shu Nie's song 'fujI (歌詞)' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love and the longing for a connection that seems just out of reach. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is deeply affected by the gentle words and presence of someone they care about. The phrase '馬鹿みたいだ' (baka mitai da) translates to 'I feel like a fool,' setting the tone for the vulnerability and self-awareness that permeates the song. The protagonist acknowledges the disruption in their life caused by this affection, yet they feel powerless to change their feelings, despite knowing they should 'grow up' and move on.
The recurring lines '君にならなんだってしてあげたい' (kimi ni nara nandatte shite agetai) and '君とならふたりで逃げたい' (kimi to nara futari de nigetai) express a deep desire to do anything for the beloved and to escape together. This longing is intensified by the realization that being with this person makes them feel irrational and out of control. The protagonist's yearning is palpable as they wish to be closer, to understand the thoughts of their beloved, and to be the one who can make them happy.
The song also touches on themes of loneliness and the unique connection the protagonist feels with their beloved. Despite having walked a path of solitude, they find that this person is different from anyone else. The repeated sentiment of wanting to be by their side and the regret of not being able to do so if they were not themselves highlights the internal conflict and the depth of their feelings. The song's emotional climax is reached with the lines 'ずっとそばにいたかった' (zutto soba ni itakatta) and '君しかいらない' (kimi shika iranai), which translate to 'I always wanted to be by your side' and 'I need no one but you,' encapsulating the essence of unfulfilled love and the pain of longing.