Timeless

NCT U's song 'Timeless' delves into the poignant and enduring nature of love that transcends time and space. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that remains etched in the memory, despite the passage of time. The opening lines, '기억 속 모습 그대로 / 내 눈앞에 네가 멈춰 있어' (You remain in my memory / You stop in front of my eyes), set the stage for a narrative where the protagonist is haunted by the vivid memories of a past love. This love is so powerful that it continues to replay in their heart, as expressed in '내 심장은 그날을 반복해' (My heart repeats that day).

The song explores the struggle between reality and dreams, a common theme in many love songs. The protagonist finds themselves trapped in a dream-like state where they can relive their moments with their loved one. However, this dream is bittersweet, as it is juxtaposed with the harsh reality of their absence. The lines 'But which is real? / 네가 없는 내 세상에 / 내게 주어진 건 널 꿈꾸는 것뿐' (But which is real? / In my world without you / All I have is dreaming of you) highlight this internal conflict. The dream offers solace but also serves as a reminder of what has been lost.

The recurring theme of trying to hold onto the past is evident in the repeated attempts to reach out and grasp the loved one, only to find it impossible. The lyrics '손을 뻗어 널 잡으려 해도 / 맘대로 안돼' (I reach out to grab you / But it doesn't go as I want) encapsulate this futile effort. Despite numerous rehearsals and attempts to move on, the protagonist is unable to let go, as seen in '수없이 연습한 / 아직 널 사랑해 / 끝끝내 하질 못해' (I practiced countless times / I still love you / In the end, I can't do it). The song concludes with a yearning to live in the dream where they can be together, '이 꿈에서 난 살 텐데' (I would live in this dream).