VOLCANO (HAN)

Stray Kids' 'VOLCANO (HAN)' is a passionate declaration of unwavering love and devotion, even in the face of pain and adversity. The lyrics convey a sense of self-sacrifice and commitment, where the narrator is willing to endure any hardship for the sake of their beloved. The repeated lines '지킬게 아파도 돼' (I will protect you even if it hurts) and '네가 흘린 상처들은 감싸 안을게' (I will embrace the wounds you shed) highlight the depth of this dedication. The use of the word '죄' (sin) to describe the beloved suggests that their love is so intense and consuming that it feels almost forbidden or sinful, yet irresistibly sweet.

The metaphor of a volcano is central to the song, symbolizing the intense and explosive nature of their love. The lyrics 'Like a volcano, 손 닿으면 녹을 것 같은 온도의 love' (Like a volcano, a love that seems to melt at a touch) evoke the image of a love that is both dangerously hot and deeply transformative. This volcanic love is portrayed as something that can burn and hurt, yet the narrator embraces it willingly, showing their readiness to be consumed by it. The imagery of fire and heat throughout the song underscores the theme of passionate, all-consuming love.

Cultural references and metaphors enrich the song's narrative. The lines '나는 가뭄임, 넌 비, 난 종이, 넌 시' (I am a drought, you are rain, I am paper, you are poetry) poetically describe the complementary nature of the relationship, where the beloved brings life and meaning to the narrator's existence. The song also touches on themes of transformation and rebirth, as seen in '너 없이 못 살아 나는 곧 죽어도 너' (I can't live without you, even if I die soon, it's you). This suggests that the narrator's identity and purpose are deeply intertwined with their beloved, making their love a source of both pain and salvation.