Given Ending (Marutsuke)

The song 'Given Ending (Marutsuke)' from the anime 'Given' delves into the complexities of human emotions and relationships, particularly focusing on the themes of loneliness, love, and the human condition. The lyrics poetically express the idea that loneliness can lead to madness, causing people to hurt others, while love is described as a disease that can cause pain without a known cure. This juxtaposition of love and loneliness highlights the intense and often uncontrollable nature of our deepest emotions.

As the song progresses, it reflects on the miraculous nature of daily life, yet acknowledges a feeling of something missing, an unfilled gap. The presence of someone special is seen as both a strength and a weakness, illustrating the duality of human connections. The lyrics question the ability to perform well as a human being, to love correctly, and to live life together with another person. These rhetorical questions suggest a search for meaning and validation in one's actions and feelings within relationships.

The metaphor of kindness as building blocks that can grow yet become fragile, and the concept of righteousness as justice that can be misstepped, further explores the delicate balance of human interactions. The song concludes with an analogy of life to weather, unpredictable and ever-changing, and offers a sense of unity and partnership in facing life's uncertainties together. The repeated phrase 'まるつけ' (marutsuke), which can be interpreted as 'marking with a circle,' symbolizes affirmation or acceptance, adding a layer of hope and commitment to the narrative of the song.