Veil of MARIA
Satsuki
Transcendence and Fantasy in 'Veil of MARIA'
Satsuki's 'Veil of MARIA' is a poetic and ethereal exploration of sorrow, transcendence, and the desire to escape into a fantastical realm. The lyrics are imbued with a sense of melancholy and longing, as the singer contemplates the sorrow that envelops them. The opening lines, 'We will find sorrow of us / May I sing a light?' suggest a search for solace and illumination amidst the darkness. This sets the tone for a journey that oscillates between despair and the hope of rising above it.
The imagery of falling into a galaxy and the mention of breaking a shield evoke a sense of vulnerability and the vastness of the universe. The line 'You can rise above... / When do I trance?' hints at the possibility of transcendence and transformation. The use of the word 'trance' suggests a state of altered consciousness, where one can escape the mundane and enter a higher plane of existence. This theme is further reinforced by the desire to 'take part in fantasy,' indicating a yearning to escape reality and immerse oneself in a world of imagination and wonder.
The references to the 'Majesty of God' and 'seinaru hikari sasu shiroi no Veil ni ooware' (which translates to 'covered by a white veil of holy light') add a spiritual dimension to the song. It suggests a divine presence or protection, offering a sense of comfort and hope. The recurring motif of flight, as seen in 'You fly away to when awaking' and 'Feel in the