Kuyamu to kaite mirai

Mafumafu's song 'Kuyamu to kaite mirai' delves deep into the human psyche, exploring themes of regret, existential angst, and the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent world. The title itself, which translates to 'Write Regret and Call it Future,' sets the tone for a poignant reflection on how past mistakes and unfulfilled dreams shape our perception of the future.

The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with feelings of worthlessness and despair. Lines like '死にたい 消えたい 以上ない' ('I want to die, I want to disappear, there's nothing more') and 'こんな命に期待はしないさ' ('I have no expectations for this life') highlight the depth of the protagonist's emotional turmoil. The recurring theme of regret is evident in the refrain 'ah、悔やむと書いて未来' ('ah, write regret and call it future'), suggesting that the weight of past actions and missed opportunities heavily influences their outlook on life.

Mafumafu's use of metaphors and imagery further enriches the song's narrative. The mention of '生涯燃やせぬまま 灰になれずにいたんだ' ('unable to burn for a lifetime, unable to turn to ash') symbolizes the lingering pain and unresolved issues that haunt the protagonist. The contrast between the desire to disappear and the struggle to find meaning in life is poignantly captured in lines like '生きる振りをして死んでいくのが 人生か 人生だ' ('pretending to live while dying, is that life? It is life').

The song also touches on the human condition and the inherent imperfections of existence. The lyrics question why we possess hearts and emotions despite our flawed and incomplete bodies, as seen in 'そんじゃ僕らはどうしてこの世に こんな未完成な体に 未だ心を持っているんだ' ('then why do we, in this world, still have hearts in such incomplete bodies'). This existential inquiry adds another layer of depth to the song, making it a profound meditation on the nature of life and the inevitability of regret.