Coppelia

Kaya's song 'Coppelia' is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of love, desire, and the ephemeral nature of human connections. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a mysterious mansion illuminated by moonlight, with ivy-covered walls and ornate windows. This setting serves as a metaphor for a dreamlike state, a 'castle of dreams' where love and passion flourish, albeit fleetingly. The imagery of the large, red rose swaying in the window symbolizes intense, yet transient emotions that captivate the protagonist.

The song delves into the protagonist's deep infatuation and longing for a mysterious figure. The repeated phrases '恋してしまった' (I fell in love) and '愛してしまった' (I loved) emphasize the uncontrollable nature of these emotions. The protagonist is drawn into a nocturnal rendezvous, where they surrender completely to their desires, unaware of the consequences. The lyrics '何も知らないまま、闇夜に溶ける逢瀬' (Without knowing anything, a rendezvous melts into the dark night) suggest a sense of losing oneself in the moment, driven by passion and yearning.

As the song progresses, the theme of decay and transformation becomes more pronounced. The protagonist's physical and emotional state deteriorates, symbolized by the lines '見る見る痩せ細り 枯れ果てていく自らに気づかず' (Rapidly thinning, unaware of withering away). This transformation is both literal and metaphorical, representing the consuming nature of intense emotions and the inevitable decline that follows. The final verses, with their tender yet desperate pleas for closeness and eternal union, underscore the bittersweet reality of love's impermanence. The song concludes with the poignant image of the '薔薇の宵闇' (rose-colored twilight), encapsulating the fleeting beauty and melancholy of the protagonist's experience.