miss you (꼬마별) (Hyunjin)

In 'miss you (꼬마별),' Hyunjin of Stray Kids crafts a poignant narrative of regret and longing, using the metaphor of stars to convey his emotions. The song opens with the imagery of stars embroidered in the sky, which he likens to the person he misses. This celestial comparison suggests that the person he is singing about was once small and perhaps insignificant but has now become the brightest star in his sky. This transformation highlights the deep impact this person had on his life.

The lyrics delve into the pain of unspoken apologies and the weight of regret. Hyunjin acknowledges that saying 'I'm sorry' was akin to hell for the person he addresses, yet he couldn't help but make excuses, ultimately failing to smile even in their last moments together. This admission of guilt and the inability to properly communicate his feelings adds a layer of emotional complexity to the song. The repeated wish for his voice to reach the stars underscores his desperation to convey his feelings, even if it's too late.

Hyunjin's lyrics also touch on the bittersweet memories and the intelligence of the person he misses, suggesting that they would remember all the pain. This realization brings him to tears, as he grapples with the thought that perhaps they should never have met. The song closes with a powerful yearning to hold this person once more and a final apology, encapsulating the essence of regret and unfulfilled love. Through 'miss you (꼬마별),' Hyunjin offers a raw and heartfelt exploration of loss, regret, and the enduring hope for reconciliation, even if it's just a whisper to the stars.