Red Peter

THORNAPPLE's 'Red Peter' is a hauntingly poetic exploration of identity, transformation, and the search for self amidst external influences. The song opens with the imagery of biting into a red apple, a metaphor that evokes the biblical story of Adam and Eve, symbolizing a moment of change or loss of innocence. The lyrics describe a season where the narrator becomes someone else, donning meaningless makeup and singing songs not of their own choosing, suggesting a struggle with authenticity and external expectations.

The recurring motif of the 'invisible moon at midday' and the 'flower blooming in the fifth season' further emphasizes the theme of being out of place or time, existing in a state of liminality. These metaphors highlight the narrator's sense of disconnection and the feeling of being an anomaly in their own life. The 'dry kiss of the departed' and the 'song of the thirteenth moon' add layers of melancholy and longing, hinting at loss and the passage of time.

The song reaches a poignant climax with the narrator reflecting on a moment of self-realization in front of a mirror, feeling the peak of their existence. However, this realization is fleeting, as they acknowledge that they can only breathe in the gaze of another, indicating a dependency on external validation. The final lines, 'I cannot go to the unknown blue path,' suggest a resignation to their current state, unable to venture into the unknown or fully embrace their true self. 'Red Peter' is a profound meditation on the complexities of identity and the often painful journey of self-discovery.