Kimono

Tundran's song 'Kimono' delves into the complexities of memory, change, and the passage of time. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a journey through both physical and emotional landscapes. The opening lines, 'Although we've fallen out of place / The sun set while the trees are talking,' suggest a sense of displacement and the passage of time, with nature serving as a silent witness to these changes. The imagery of cleaning 'dust off our names' and fleeing 'into the deepest of jungles' evokes a desire to escape and start anew, yet the past remains a persistent presence.

The recurring theme of feelings 'canned in soil along the soothing river' symbolizes the attempt to bury emotions and memories, yet they remain ever-present, much like the river that continues to flow. The line 'Forget the feeling of a change / Humming songs from our last endeavor' suggests a struggle to move on from past experiences, with the act of humming serving as a comforting yet haunting reminder of what once was. The song's chorus, with its repeated questioning of 'What if they know I was strange?' and reflections on pride and shame, highlights the internal conflict of reconciling one's past with the present.

The latter part of the song shifts focus to the internal landscape, with 'Pictures in your mind / Trying to figure out / Why you favor saying nothing at all.' This introspective turn emphasizes the difficulty of articulating complex emotions and the fragmented nature of memory. The repeated encouragement to 'Keep shining on' serves as a hopeful note, suggesting resilience and the possibility of finding light amidst the darkness. Tundran's 'Kimono' is a poignant exploration of the human experience, capturing the tension between holding on and letting go, and the enduring impact of our past on our present selves.