Mori e Ikou

Orikasa Ai's song 'Mori e Ikou' invites listeners on a contemplative journey into the forest, a place symbolizing clarity and understanding. The lyrics suggest that the forest is a refuge where one can find answers and solace. The repeated call to 'Mori e ikou' (Let's go to the forest) emphasizes the forest as a sanctuary for those who are lost or weary, whether they are men or women. This universal appeal highlights the forest as a place of healing and revelation.

The song delves into existential themes, questioning life and death. The lines 'Ikiru no ka shinu no ka to itadashite iru' (Are you living or dying?) and 'Futatsu shika michi nado nai hazu datto warau' (There are only two paths, they laugh) reflect a philosophical pondering of existence. The forest becomes a metaphor for the crossroads of life, where one can confront these profound questions. The presence of ambiguous figures, 'akuma ka kami ka' (demon or god), suggests that the forest is a place where one can encounter both the divine and the sinister, further emphasizing its role as a place of ultimate truth.

The lyrics also touch on the themes of emptiness and confusion. The forest is portrayed as a place where these feelings can be resolved, as seen in 'Munashisa ya mayoi ga koko ni nai dake saa' (Emptiness and confusion are not here). The forest offers a stark contrast to the chaos of the outside world, providing a space where one can reconnect with their sense of purpose. The song concludes with the idea that when one feels disconnected from life, the forest is a place where they can meet someone or something that will help them remember what it means to be alive.