Under Star
Hajime no Ippo
Chasing Dreams Under the Shooting Stars
The song "Under Star" by Hajime no Ippo is a powerful anthem that encapsulates the spirit of determination and the pursuit of dreams. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency and passion, with the recurring theme of a meteor's love ('Ryuusei no ai') sending a momentary light, symbolizing fleeting opportunities and the brilliance of chasing one's dreams. The phrase 'I want to dive lost mind' suggests a desire to immerse oneself fully in the pursuit of a goal, to the point of losing oneself in the process.
The song's narrative seems to revolve around the idea of living in the moment ('ima o ikiru dake') and being supported by the 'street song,' which could be interpreted as the rhythm of life or the music that motivates one to keep moving forward. Despite the rain that doesn't stop ('Ame ga furi yamazu ni') and the changes that time brings ('Soshite toki wa nagare dare mo kawaru'), the protagonist remains steadfast, anchored by the dreams of that day ('Boku wa ano hi no mama').
"Under Star" is not just a song about personal ambition; it's also about the resilience required to maintain one's course in the face of adversity. The repeated lines 'Why, why, why, why? I want to dive... Feeling over!' express a relentless questioning and a drive to overcome emotional barriers. The song is a rallying cry for anyone who has ever felt the burning desire to achieve something greater, to push through the uncertainty, and to live with the intensity of a shooting star.