Doppel

Hitorie's song 'Doppel' delves into the themes of identity, existence, and the search for meaning in a mechanized, impersonal cityscape. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of two individuals who have lost their way in a city filled with artificial constructs and barriers. The imagery of 'kikai jikkake no machinami' (a city driven by machines) and 'kekkai shikake no birudingu' (buildings with barriers) suggests a world that is cold, unfeeling, and difficult to navigate. The protagonists, a boy wrapped in cold wind and a girl innocently frolicking, symbolize contrasting approaches to dealing with this environment.

The recurring theme of not being able to find a place to belong ('kono machi no doko ni mo ibasho wa nai') underscores a sense of alienation and disconnection. The lyrics also explore the idea of doppelgängers or doubles, as seen in the line 'yahari kimi wa atashi no kao wo shita' (after all, you have my face). This suggests a deeper introspection into the self, questioning whether the other person is a reflection of one's own identity. The song's chorus, which speaks of wanting to disappear or be unseen ('kiete shimae yo, boku no shiranai tokoro de sa'), further emphasizes the desire to escape from this overwhelming and confusing reality.

Despite the bleakness, there is a glimmer of hope and a desire for connection. The protagonists collect each other's voices in a city full of imitations ('gitai darake no kono machi de atsumeta otagai no koe'), searching for fragments of genuine interaction. The song ends on a note of resilience, with the characters continuing to breathe deeply and laugh at the thought of the future ('mirai wo omoi warau wa'). This juxtaposition of despair and hope captures the complex emotions of navigating a world that often feels both alien and familiar.