Deny

MONSTA X's song 'Deny' delves into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love and the struggle to move on from a relationship that lingers in the mind and heart. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who is trying to convince themselves that they are over their past lover, yet they find themselves constantly reminded of them. The opening lines, '오늘따라 괜히 더 그래 / 그냥 기분 탓인가 보네 / 애써 날 외면해 I'm lying to myself,' set the tone for the internal conflict and denial that the protagonist is experiencing.

The song captures the essence of being haunted by memories, as seen in lines like '잠이 오질 않아 천장엔 너가 보여 / 꿈인지 생시인지 너의 미소가 또렷이 보여.' The protagonist is unable to escape the vivid memories of their lover, which blur the lines between dreams and reality. This persistent presence of the past lover creates a sense of being trapped, unable to move forward despite the desire to do so. The use of metaphors like '쓰디쓴 위스키를 삼키지' (swallowing bitter whiskey) emphasizes the bitterness and pain that come with these memories.

The chorus, 'It's always you, full of you / Maybe you're not / Maybe, maybe you're not / 니가 난 아니라 해도 / 난 네게 벗어날 수 없어,' highlights the protagonist's realization that no matter how much they try to deny it, they cannot escape their feelings. The repetition of 'Maybe you're not' suggests a desperate attempt to convince themselves otherwise, but ultimately, they are unable to let go. The song also touches on the frustration of waiting and the feeling of helplessness in a one-sided relationship, as expressed in '기다림이 습관이 되고 싶진 않아 / 이 사실을 부인하지 마, 나를 잘 알잖아 right?'

'Deny' by MONSTA X is a poignant exploration of the complexities of unrequited love, the struggle to move on, and the emotional weight of memories that refuse to fade. The song's introspective lyrics and emotive delivery resonate with anyone who has experienced the pain of loving someone who does not feel the same way.