CUT

Panchiko's song 'CUT' delves into the complex interplay between pain, escape, and the search for meaning in a world that often feels overwhelming. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of emotional and psychological turmoil, using metaphors and imagery to convey the sense of being 'cut' or wounded repeatedly. The opening lines, 'Faster than light / To burn the stripes / They forged this heart / For you to play the part,' suggest a sense of urgency and a heart shaped by external forces, perhaps hinting at societal pressures or personal relationships that demand conformity and performance.

The recurring question, 'Have I been cut again / Just to dodge / Sweet descent my friend,' reflects a cycle of pain and avoidance. The protagonist seems to be caught in a loop of suffering and evasion, where each 'cut' or wound is both a consequence and a means of escape. This theme is further explored in the lines, 'Spit now the fire / Fantasies desire / They forged this heart / For you to fall apart,' where the heart, once again, is depicted as a vessel of both passion and destruction.

The song takes a darker turn with the lines, 'Try to describe / The voices in your head / They're hard to disguise / Somebody said / Come back to Earth / You've gone too far this time.' Here, the protagonist is urged to return to reality, having ventured too far into their own mind or perhaps into self-destructive behaviors. The imagery of 'thin white lines' and the girl in the booth offering services for 'hundreds of yen' adds a layer of social commentary, highlighting the commodification of human experiences and the search for happiness in a world that often feels indifferent. The repeated refrain, 'She's cut, cut, cut,' underscores the pervasive sense of being wounded and the struggle to find solace or meaning amidst the pain.