Follow

Roce's song 'Follow' delves into the complex and often dark dynamics of obsession, control, and unrequited love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship where one party is deeply infatuated, almost to the point of worship, while the other is repulsed and seeks to distance themselves. The opening lines, '足元にも及ばないね / これ以上は見てらんねえ / 早いとこ戻れ元いた場所に,' set the tone for this tumultuous relationship, suggesting a sense of superiority and disdain from the speaker towards the object of their obsession.

The recurring theme of control is evident throughout the song. Phrases like '追いかけんのが仕事でしょ / 求めとけ制裁ずっとずっと / ねえほらもっともっと' and 'この首輪は外してやらない' highlight the speaker's desire to dominate and possess the other person. This control is not just physical but also emotional, as the speaker demands unwavering attention and devotion, '全ての意識を、俺に向けろ.' The metaphor of a collar symbolizes this control, indicating a lack of freedom for the person being pursued.

Despite the speaker's harsh words and apparent disdain, there is an underlying desire for genuine connection and love. Lines like '排除しても愛を語ってみろ / この手にならキスさせてやってもいいからさ' reveal a longing for affection, albeit on the speaker's terms. The song's climax, 'お前だけの王になってやる,' encapsulates this duality of wanting to be both adored and in control. Roce's 'Follow' is a haunting exploration of the darker sides of love and obsession, where power dynamics and emotional turmoil intertwine in a dance of desire and repulsion.