sunbeam

In 'sunbeam,' meenoi uses the metaphor of sunlight to explore the overwhelming and blinding nature of love. The song opens with the imagery of looking up at the sky and being unable to open one's eyes due to the dazzling sunbeam. This sets the stage for the central theme: the intensity of emotions that love can evoke. The sunbeam represents a force so powerful that it makes it difficult to see clearly or move forward without being affected by its brilliance.

The repeated line, 'I’ll never take off my sunglasses,' serves as a defense mechanism against this overwhelming light. Sunglasses symbolize a barrier or shield that the narrator uses to protect themselves from the intensity of their feelings. Even when it’s night, the narrator refuses to show vulnerability, indicating a deep-seated fear of exposing their true emotions. This reluctance to show a 'crumpled face' or a frown highlights the struggle between wanting to appear strong and the natural human inclination to express genuine feelings.

As the song progresses, the sunbeam is directly compared to the person the narrator is in love with. The line 'I think you are sunbeam' makes it clear that the object of affection is the source of this blinding light. The narrator admits to blushing with shame when the 'sun shines on me,' revealing a sense of vulnerability and self-consciousness in the presence of their beloved. The song beautifully captures the paradox of love: it is both a source of immense joy and a cause of deep insecurity. Through 'sunbeam,' meenoi eloquently portrays the complex emotions that come with falling in love, using the metaphor of sunlight to illustrate the blinding, overwhelming, and ultimately transformative power of love.