One sided Love

Lacuna's song 'One Sided Love' delves into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love, capturing the essence of longing and heartache. The lyrics, written in Korean, paint a vivid picture of a person who is deeply in love with someone who does not reciprocate their feelings. The repeated phrases and the melancholic tone of the song emphasize the pain and the acceptance of this one-sided affection.

The song begins with the protagonist's small dreams and ambitions, all of which revolve around the person they love. The lines 'naui jageun kkumeun neoreul gamssa anneun geos' (my small dream is to embrace you) and 'naui jageun yoksimeun neoreul saranghaneun geos' (my small ambition is to love you) highlight the depth of their feelings. However, the realization that their love will never be returned is evident in 'naui jageun maeumeun nege dahji anheulgeol' (my small heart will never reach you).

As the song progresses, the protagonist acknowledges the pain caused by this unrequited love. The lines 'ara nareul ullin neoin geol' (I know you made me cry) and 'yeoreum kkeuten nega eopseulgeol' (at the end of summer, you won't be there) reflect the inevitability of separation and the fleeting nature of their connection. Despite this, there is a sense of acceptance and a bittersweet appreciation for the moments they shared, as seen in 'geuraedo joheun geol' (but it's still good).

The final verses of the song convey a sense of nostalgia and resignation. The protagonist reminisces about the times they spent together, even though they know that the person they love has already moved on. The imagery of 'bireul majgo tudeoldaeneun namusipi' (a tree swaying in the rain) and 'urin maenyeon gateun gyejeol sogeseo dalli salgessji' (we will live in the same season every year) evokes a sense of enduring love and the passage of time. The song ends on a poignant note, with the protagonist closing the window, symbolizing the end of their one-sided love.