Love Was Really Gone

Makoto Matsushita's song "Love Was Really Gone" delves into the complexities and emotional turbulence of a relationship that has lost its spark. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of two people trying to make their love a sanctuary, a place where they belong together. However, despite their efforts, the relationship is fraught with misunderstandings and unmet expectations. The line "Your love it seems to be the cause of my tone" suggests that the emotional state of the narrator is heavily influenced by their partner's actions and feelings.

The song explores the theme of unreciprocated effort and emotional imbalance. The narrator acknowledges their partner's attempts to make things work, but also points out that these efforts are overshadowed by envy and a desire to take more than what is given. This imbalance leads to confusion and a sense of futility, as expressed in the lines, "I don't know what to make of where we went wrong / I can't understand how long such a foolish game can go on." The repeated refrain, "Love was really gone," underscores the finality and despair of realizing that the love they once shared has truly disappeared.

Matsushita's soulful delivery and poignant lyrics capture the essence of a love that has faded, leaving behind a trail of emotional wreckage. The song serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of relationships and the emotional toll that comes with trying to salvage something that is already lost. The repeated plea, "Can't you see / I'm trying to get through," highlights the narrator's desperate attempt to communicate and reconnect, even as they come to terms with the end of their love story.