Hush

EVERGLOW's song 'Hush' delves into the complexities of growing up and the silent battles that come with it. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world where the innocence of youth is juxtaposed with the harsh realities of adulthood. The opening lines, 'It’s messed up / 신이 만든 heavenly star,' set the tone for a narrative that explores the loss of innocence and the pain that accompanies it. The mention of 'heavenly star' and '하얀 눈과 멋진 온도 빛' (white snow and wonderful temperature light) evokes a sense of purity and beauty, which is soon overshadowed by the realization that 'It just hurts / 조금한 상처 모여 / 되돌리긴 벌써 늦었나' (It just hurts / small wounds gather / is it already too late to turn back?).

The recurring motif of 'Hush' serves as a powerful metaphor for the unspoken struggles and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. The lines '빨간 장미꽃 커져 / 쉿 괴물은 미물이 돼 / 어른들은 또 빠른 답 원해' (The red rose grows / shh, the monster becomes a small creature / adults want quick answers again) highlight the contrast between the beauty of dreams and the harshness of reality. The 'red rose' symbolizes passion and dreams, while the 'monster' represents the fears and challenges that shrink under societal pressure. The repeated call to 'Hush' emphasizes the need to silently endure these struggles, as adults often seek quick solutions without understanding the depth of the issues.

The song also touches on the theme of hope and resilience. Despite the pain and challenges, there is a sense of enduring hope, as seen in the lines 'It’s not bad / 암흑 속을 지나 날아 / 매일 상상했던 twinkle star' (It’s not bad / flying through the darkness / the twinkle star I imagined every day). The imagery of flying through darkness towards a 'twinkle star' symbolizes the journey towards one's dreams, despite the obstacles. The song concludes with a message of unity and perseverance, urging listeners to '귀 기울여 / Again for the rest of our lives' (listen carefully / again for the rest of our lives), suggesting that by listening and understanding each other, we can find our own answers and continue to shine brightly like the stars.