Fairytale

Kalafina's 'Fairytale' is a hauntingly beautiful song that delves into themes of lost dreams, eternal sorrow, and the bittersweet nature of love. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia and melancholy, as the narrator reflects on dreams from their childhood that have been left behind. The imagery of 'wakagusa iro no kanashimi' (young grass-colored sadness) and the delicate, sweet singing of 'my fairytale' set the tone for a story that is both tender and sorrowful.

The song speaks of an eternal story that has come to an end, with the narrator lamenting that no one speaks of their shared tale anymore. The line 'KISU wo hitotsu nokoshite, Kimi wa doko e yuku' (Leaving behind a single kiss, where are you going?) suggests a parting that is both physical and emotional. The imagery of disappearing into the forest 'in the dark' adds to the sense of loss and the unknown.

As the song progresses, the narrator acknowledges that the eternal dream they once believed in has been closed off, and mistakes remain deeply hidden. The journey through the 'kiri no mori' (foggy forest) symbolizes the path of life, filled with uncertainty and separation. The final verses bring a poignant realization that loving someone means accepting that eternity will end, and with it, the joy and pain of living will begin anew. The contrast between 'in the dark' and 'in the light' underscores the duality of existence and the inevitable transitions between joy and sorrow.