Distance

In 'Distance,' Moonbin & Sanha of ASTRO delve into the emotional turmoil of feeling disconnected and isolated. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person struggling to escape a cold, unfeeling environment. The opening lines, '이곳에서 벗어나려 할 때 / 차가운 공기마저 떠날 때,' set the tone for a journey through emotional desolation. The cold air symbolizes the pervasive sense of loneliness and the desire to break free from it, yet finding no solace or escape. This sense of entrapment is further emphasized by the repeated notion of having nowhere to run and nothing to say, highlighting a profound sense of helplessness and despair.

The recurring imagery of a door that seems to become clearer but ultimately remains out of reach serves as a powerful metaphor for unattainable dreams and aspirations. The lines '선명해질 듯 보이던 저 문을 보다 / 꿈이란 걸 알게 돼 난 또 울다' suggest a cycle of hope and disappointment. The protagonist sees the door, a symbol of opportunity or escape, but realizes it is just a dream, leading to tears and frustration. This cycle of running in place, unable to move forward ('달려가지 못해 난 오늘도 / 다가서지 못해 난 내일도'), captures the essence of feeling stuck in a perpetual state of longing and unfulfilled potential.

The plea for support in the lines '아이 같은 날 / 일으켜 세워줘 / 내가 걸을 수 있게' reveals a deep vulnerability. The protagonist likens themselves to a child, needing someone to lift them up and help them walk, symbolizing a yearning for emotional support and guidance. The repeated refrain 'don’t let me, don’t let me' underscores the fear of being abandoned and the desperate need for connection. This song resonates with anyone who has felt the sting of isolation and the struggle to find their way back to a place of emotional stability and connection.