ひとりの夜 (Hitori No Yoru)

TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT), a South Korean boy band known for their emotive music and relatable lyrics, explores the theme of unrequited love in their song 'ひとりの夜 (Hitori No Yoru)' which translates to 'One Person's Night'. The lyrics express the inner turmoil and longing of someone who has fallen in love with a person who does not reciprocate their feelings. The song's protagonist is acutely aware of their unrequited love, yet they can't help but to continue loving the person, despite knowing that their affection is one-sided.

The lyrics paint a picture of the protagonist observing their love interest from afar, comparing themselves to a side character in a movie scene, highlighting the distance and unattainability of the object of their affection. The song captures the bittersweet realization that the world changes when new feelings of wanting to be loved emerge, but the reality remains that these feelings are not returned. The nights spent alone are filled with thoughts of the loved one, and the coldness of the rain and morning air is a metaphor for the coldness of unrequited love.

'Hitori No Yoru' is a poignant reflection on the pain and loneliness that accompany love when it is not mutual. The song resonates with anyone who has experienced the longing and heartache of loving someone who does not love them back. TXT's ability to convey deep emotions through their music allows listeners to connect with the song on a personal level, making it a touching anthem for the nights spent alone, wrestling with unfulfilled desires and unreturned love.