Starless Night

The song "Starless Night" by Nana delves into themes of longing, connection, and the resilience of love amidst darkness. The lyrics open with a sense of unfulfilled desire, as the protagonist reaches for the sky but fails to connect with their emotions, symbolized by balloons disappearing into the small sky. This imagery conveys a feeling of isolation and the ephemeral nature of attempts to grasp something out of reach.

As the song progresses, the refrain of 'I'm alone' is met with a comforting presence that takes the protagonist's hand without a destination, suggesting a companionship that is comforting and grounding. The 'Starless night' and the desire not to look back at the past but to feel the warmth of another person indicates a yearning to live in the present and cherish the connection they have, despite the darkness that surrounds them. The tears and the resolve not to let go of the hand they are holding symbolize both the pain of uncertainty and the strength found in togetherness.

The latter part of the song speaks to the human condition of vulnerability ('Sometimes we fall apart') and the belief that from such moments, people can discover something valuable. The repeated commitment to holding hands, despite imperfections ('Naku fukanzen na futari'), and the declaration of an 'Endless love' that can embrace contradictions ('Mujun sae aiseteru') culminate in the recognition of the other person as a 'shining star'—a beacon of hope and love in the darkness of a starless night.