I Love You So

Junko Ohashi's song 'I Love You So' is a poignant exploration of longing and unrequited love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a bustling theater, where the protagonist is anxiously waiting for someone special. The imagery of the 'ざわめくロビー' (noisy lobby) and the '怖しい顔' (fearful face) suggests a sense of nervous anticipation. The protagonist's repeated glances at the entrance, hoping to see the person they are waiting for, underscores their deep yearning and emotional turmoil.

The chorus, with its repeated plea '振り向いて気がついて' (turn around and notice), reveals the protagonist's desperate desire for recognition and a second chance. The lines '今でもI love you so' (even now, I love you so) and 'もう一度チャンスを与えて' (give me one more chance) highlight the enduring nature of their feelings and their hope for reconciliation. This emotional vulnerability is further emphasized by the protagonist's actions, such as nervously smoking a cigarette that turns to ash, symbolizing their fading hope.

As the song progresses, the protagonist's emotions intensify. The imagery of running out into the rain ('駆け出せば外は雨') signifies their emotional state, feeling unable to return to their previous life without resolving their feelings. The repeated pleas for the person to '駆け寄って抱きしめて' (run to me and hold me) and '聞いてよI need you so' (listen, I need you so) convey a deep sense of urgency and desperation. The song's refrain, '心からあなたが欲しいの' (I want you from the bottom of my heart), encapsulates the protagonist's profound longing and emotional need.

'I Love You So' is a heartfelt ballad that captures the essence of unrequited love and the pain of longing for someone who may never return those feelings. Junko Ohashi's emotive delivery and the evocative lyrics make this song a timeless expression of love and heartache.