Hungry Six-Pack

The song 'Hungry Six-Pack' by Obey Me! delves into the theme of insatiable desire and the quest for fulfillment. The lyrics paint a picture of a world where the protagonist is constantly seeking more, never satisfied with what they have. This is evident in lines like 'みたされない、上限のない' (never satisfied, no limits) and '必要ないな、構わないな' (don't need it, don't care). The repetition of 'questionふえるよ、幻想迷想' (questions increase, illusions and delusions) suggests a state of confusion and longing for something more substantial.

The metaphor of the 'six-pack' is particularly striking. It symbolizes not just physical fitness but also the results of hard work and dedication. The line '六つに割れたこれは確か' (this is surely split into six) refers to the visible results of daily efforts, yet the protagonist still feels an unquenchable hunger. This hunger is not just physical but emotional and existential, as seen in 'もう腹が減って減ってたまらないんだよ' (I'm so hungry I can't stand it). The protagonist looks to another person to fill this void, believing that 'お前が俺を満たしてくれるんだろ' (you will satisfy me).

The song also touches on the idea of unspoken understanding and connection. The lines 'どうせ何も言わなくたって伝わってるんだろ' (you understand even if I don't say anything) and '目と目が合えばforever forever' (if our eyes meet, it's forever) suggest a deep, almost telepathic bond. This connection is seen as the ultimate solution to the protagonist's insatiable hunger, a way to achieve a sense of completeness and eternal satisfaction. The repeated plea for 'ありったけの愛をforever forever' (all the love forever) underscores the yearning for a love that is all-encompassing and everlasting.