I Wish

FTISLAND's song 'I Wish' is a poignant expression of unrequited love and longing. The lyrics convey the narrator's deep admiration and affection for someone who is seemingly out of reach. The repeated lines 'Baby naramyeon johgesseo geureomyeon johgesseo' (Baby, I wish it were me, I wish it were me) highlight the narrator's desire to be the one loved by the object of their affection. This longing is further emphasized by the description of the person as 'neon neomu yeppeoseo nan nega tamina' (You're so beautiful, I covet you) and 'neon neomu chaghaeseo nan nega tamina' (You're so kind, I covet you), showcasing the idealization of the beloved's physical and moral qualities.

The song delves into the emotional turmoil experienced by the narrator, who is constantly thinking about the person they love. Lines like 'maeil maeireul tto neoman tteo ollyeo' (Every day, every day, I think of you again) and 'nuneul gamado tto neoman tteo ollyeo' (Even when I close my eyes, I think of you again) illustrate the all-consuming nature of their feelings. The narrator's heart races and they feel breathless whenever they see the person they love, indicating the intensity of their emotions.

The rap section adds another layer to the song, with the narrator pleading for their love to be believed and accepted. They express their willingness to do anything for the person they love, as seen in the lines 'saranghae Love me nal mideo Believe me' (I love you, love me, believe me) and 'mwodeunji hal su isseo neol wihae' (I can do anything for you). The narrator's love is portrayed as unique and irreplaceable, with the assertion that no one else can love the person as they do. The song concludes with a heartfelt declaration of love and a plea for the beloved to reciprocate their feelings, encapsulating the essence of longing and unfulfilled desire.