Rocket

Plastic Tree's song 'Rocket' delves into the themes of dreams, despair, and the search for hope. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a protagonist who is trapped in a cycle of recurring dreams, unable to find rest. The line 'onaji yume bakari miru boku wa kyou mo mata 2 (ni) jikan shika nemurenai' (I only sleep for two hours again today, seeing the same dream) sets the tone for the song, highlighting the protagonist's struggle with insomnia and the haunting nature of their dreams.

The imagery of the 'eiseiteki na ao sugiru sora' (hygienic, overly blue sky) and the 'nakanai KARASU no mure' (a flock of silent crows) creates a surreal and almost dystopian atmosphere. The protagonist's feelings of isolation and distance are palpable, as they describe their blood turning black and a screw starting to turn, symbolizing a mechanical and lifeless existence. The recurring motif of ascending to the sky, 'kono mama me wo toji sora wo nobori' (closing my eyes and ascending to the sky), represents a desire to escape from the harsh reality and reach a place of hope and light.

The song also touches on the theme of communication and the struggle to express oneself. The protagonist has many words 'ikutsumo mune ni tsumatteru kedo' (many words are stuck in my chest), but they remain unspoken, leading to a sense of frustration and longing. The final lines, 'me wo aketa. iroaseta sekai ni boku wa ita. sora wo mita. kibou wa mata kaette kita' (I opened my eyes. I was in a faded world. I looked at the sky. Hope returned again), suggest a cyclical nature of despair and hope, where the protagonist finds a glimmer of hope even in a faded world.

Plastic Tree, known for their melancholic and introspective style, uses 'Rocket' to explore the depths of human emotion and the constant battle between despair and hope. The song's haunting melody and poetic lyrics create a powerful and evocative experience for the listener.