Baby

HIROKO's song 'Baby' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love and the lingering memories of a past relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is unable to forget their former lover, despite the passage of time. The opening lines, 'Mabuta tojireba itsumo anata no / Utsumuita egao ga,' suggest that the memory of the lover's smile is still fresh in the narrator's mind, indicating a deep emotional attachment that hasn't faded.

The song's chorus, 'Tada aishitai kizutsuite mo ii / Anata dake,' reveals the narrator's willingness to endure pain just to love the person once more. This sentiment is further emphasized by the lines, 'Kitto konna kimochi wa mou nido to nai,' which express the uniqueness and irreplaceability of these feelings. The narrator is caught in a cycle of longing and regret, unable to move on but also unable to fully reconnect with their past love.

Cultural nuances in the song, such as the reference to 'ano hoshizora no shita de' (under that starry sky), add layers of nostalgia and a sense of lost innocence. The repeated pleas to be noticed and remembered, 'Kidzuite hoshii tooku natte mo / Anata he to,' highlight the narrator's desperation for acknowledgment and closure. The song encapsulates the universal experience of heartache and the struggle to let go, making it relatable to anyone who has ever loved and lost.