Aoi Shiori

The song 'Aoi Shiori' by Galileo Galilei is a poignant reflection on memories, youth, and the passage of time. The lyrics paint a picture of a narrator who is looking back on past experiences with a sense of nostalgia and a tinge of regret for the moments that have slipped away. The imagery of pages being turned and a bookmark made of pressed flowers suggests a story that is both cherished and paused, as if the narrator is holding onto a specific chapter of life.

The song's title, which translates to 'Blue Bookmark,' further emphasizes the theme of memories being marked and revisited. The use of metaphors like a disposable bicycle and a misanga (a type of friendship bracelet) that eventually breaks, symbolizes the transient nature of relationships and experiences. The narrator's longing is palpable as they wish for the rain, which would provide an excuse to reconnect through a phone call, highlighting the desire to maintain a connection that is fading.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring sense of searching and yearning for something that is just out of reach. The narrator's hands are described as searching for something, possibly the companionship that they once had. The refrain to not fill in the blank line or to not say the words that could fill the void suggests a reluctance to move on and a wish to preserve the past as it is. 'Aoi Shiori' is a song that resonates with anyone who has ever looked back on their past with both fondness and a sense of loss for what is no longer present.