Remembrance

Myth & Roid's 'Remembrance' is a hauntingly beautiful song that delves into themes of loss, memory, and the lingering pain of those who have passed away. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of individuals who have given their all, only to vanish without a trace. The song questions whether these souls dream of peaceful days with their loved ones, highlighting the deep yearning for connection and the sorrow of separation. The Japanese lines, 'subete netsu wa kiesatta hito no mono mo hi no mono mo,' translate to 'all the heat has vanished, both of people and of the sun,' emphasizing the cold emptiness left behind by their absence.

The imagery of desolate graves and the absence of friends to lay flowers further underscores the theme of isolation and forgotten memories. The repeated phrase 'Still with us' suggests that the departed continue to exist in some form, perhaps in the memories and hearts of the living. The 'soundless calling' and 'touchless memory' evoke a sense of intangible presence, a ghostly reminder of what once was. The song's melancholic tone is amplified by the lines 'itami nageki mo ima wa mou mu ni kisu,' meaning 'pain and grief now kiss the void,' illustrating the profound emptiness that grief can bring.

As the song progresses, it speaks of flowers blooming in the wilderness, symbolizing the cycle of life and the inevitability of fate. Despite the sorrow and loss, life continues, and new beginnings emerge from the desolation. The final lines, 'Feel the calling out to you, uh / Soundless calling out to you, uh,' leave the listener with a sense of unresolved longing and the enduring presence of memories. 'Remembrance' is a poignant exploration of how we cope with loss and the ways in which memories of loved ones continue to shape our lives.