Shot Thru The Heart

TWICE's 'Shot Thru The Heart' is a vibrant and energetic song that delves into the emotional rollercoaster of unrequited love. The lyrics express the intense feelings of attraction and frustration experienced by someone who is infatuated with a person who seems indifferent. The repeated phrase 'You got me shot through the heart' metaphorically captures the piercing pain and excitement of falling for someone who doesn't reciprocate the same level of interest.

The song's protagonist is captivated by someone who doesn't seem to notice them, despite their best efforts to catch their attention. Lines like '날 봐도 관심 없는 척 하는 건' (Even if you see me, you pretend not to be interested) and '딴 애들은 날 보는데 왜 너만 날 모른 척해' (Other people look at me, but why do you pretend not to see me?) highlight the protagonist's confusion and longing. This unreciprocated affection makes the protagonist's heart race and feel 'hot hot hot,' a metaphor for the burning desire and nervousness that come with unreturned love.

The song also touches on the protagonist's determination to win over the object of their affection. They express a desire to melt the '냉냉한 네 마음 얼음 같아' (cold, ice-like heart) of the person they are infatuated with. The repeated calls to 'Come on' and '다가와 내게' (come closer to me) emphasize their eagerness and hope that the person will eventually open their heart. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy chorus reflect the lively and passionate emotions of someone deeply in love, yet struggling with the uncertainty of whether their feelings will ever be returned.