Shoujo Rei

The song 'Shoujo Rei' by Mikito P is a haunting narrative that delves into themes of obsession, loss, and the desperate search for connection. The lyrics tell the story of a person on the brink of despair, likened to a cornered mouse, who leaps into the unknown, driven by primal instincts. The repeated references to a 'hatsukanezumi,' which translates to 'first-year mouse,' could symbolize innocence or naivety, suggesting that the protagonist is facing a harsh reality for the first time.

The chorus of the song, with its plea for the friend to hold the singer's hand, underscores a deep sense of loneliness and the need for companionship. The singer's insistence that without the friend, there is no place for them, further emphasizes the dependency and perhaps an unhealthy attachment to the other person. The imagery of a 'white-skinned girl' and the 'matching keyholders' that were erased by summer evoke a sense of nostalgia and a longing to cling to a past relationship that has been irrevocably altered or lost.

The song's atmosphere is intensified by the metaphorical language, such as the 'flashback of cicada voices' and the 'uneven skirt,' which may represent the fragmented and chaotic nature of the singer's emotions. The 'transparent world' where they could love each other if only the friend were there, suggests a desire for an idealized, unattainable reality. Mikito P's use of vivid and emotional storytelling through his lyrics is characteristic of the Vocaloid genre, where synthesized voices tell complex human stories, often with a dark or poignant twist.