[A]ddiction

GigaReol's song '[A]ddiction' delves into the intense and often destructive nature of obsessive love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship where the lines between love and possession blur, creating a toxic dynamic. The repeated plea, 'Don't take your love away,' underscores a desperate need for the partner's affection, hinting at a deep-seated fear of abandonment. This desperation is further emphasized by the commands to 'Wake up, make up, bang bang!' suggesting a cycle of conflict and reconciliation that keeps the relationship in a constant state of turmoil.

The use of Japanese phrases adds a layer of cultural context, reflecting the societal pressures and expectations surrounding love and relationships in Japan. The lyrics 'また鳴り出した表示はあなた '今忙しいの'' ('The notification rang again, you're 'busy now'') and '未読の投稿とラブコールもいっぱいでせわしない' ('Unread posts and love calls are overwhelming') highlight the modern-day struggles of maintaining a relationship in the digital age, where constant connectivity can lead to feelings of neglect and insecurity.

Metaphors of addiction and predilection are prevalent throughout the song, illustrating the consuming nature of the protagonist's love. The lines 'Predilection あなたを手にかけて' ('Predilection, I'll take you in my hands') and 'Infatuation 呼吸さえ閉じて' ('Infatuation, even close your breath') suggest a desire to control and possess the partner completely. This is further reinforced by the repeated use of the word 'Addiction,' indicating that the protagonist's love is not just passionate but also compulsive and potentially harmful. The song's climax, with the imagery of 'さよなら真っ赤吐き出して息が止まるのよ今' ('Goodbye, spit out the red, my breath stops now'), symbolizes the ultimate consequence of such an all-consuming love—emotional suffocation and the end of the relationship.