月下の夜想曲 (gekka no yasoukyoku)

Malice Mizer's 'Gekka No Yasoukyoku', which translates to 'Nocturne of the Moonlit Night', is a song that weaves a tale of mystery and companionship. The lyrics describe a person being drawn into the forest and coming across an old hut where a dusty, lying Pierrot (a classic clown figure) catches their attention. The Pierrot, resembling a sad yet somehow happy doll, seems to beckon the protagonist to bring it along, shedding tears and embracing them.

As the song progresses, the protagonist and the doll ascend a staircase, waiting for the light to release them. They gaze at each other, sharing a mutual understanding that this is their last night together. The moonlight dances upon them, reflecting their pre-rebirth forms. They vow to watch over each other, to laugh without crying, and to never be separated, even as the night wanes. The repeated lines about the beauty and sadness of the night, and the promise of eternal vigilance, suggest a deep bond between the two characters, transcending the physical realm.

The song's haunting melody and gothic aesthetic, characteristic of Malice Mizer's style, enhance the ethereal and melancholic mood of the lyrics. The themes of eternal companionship, the bittersweet nature of a final night together, and the promise of an unbreakable bond even beyond death are central to the song's message. 'Gekka No Yasoukyoku' is a poetic exploration of the beauty found in everlasting connections, even in the face of inevitable parting.