TODAY

Utane Uta, also known as Defoko, brings a hauntingly beautiful narrative in the song 'TODAY.' The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a melancholic December, where memories and emotions intertwine with the imagery of street lights and dreary singing. The repetition of 'I remember' emphasizes the lingering impact of these moments, suggesting a deep sense of nostalgia and reflection. The street lights staring directly at 'you' could symbolize the inescapable gaze of reality or the harsh truths that one cannot avoid.

The song delves into the dissonance between dreams and reality. The scenes from dreams 'spun like lights' and 'diffracted in discord,' indicating a chaotic and fragmented state of mind. This imagery of lights spinning and dancing madly could represent the confusion and turmoil within the person's psyche. The mention of rolling clouds and thunder as spring arrives adds a layer of natural metaphor, symbolizing change and the inevitable passage of time, which washes away the past, much like the rain dissolves the drawings.

The recurring theme of disillusionment is palpable throughout the song. The lyrics describe the subject's eyes as lifeless and their dreams as making them 'another disillusioned part of today.' This suggests a loss of hope and a sense of being trapped in a monotonous, unfulfilling existence. The act of hanging up the drawings, despite being told to throw them away, signifies a refusal to let go of the past and a desire to preserve memories, even if they are painful. The song captures the essence of holding on to what once was, while grappling with the harshness of present reality, making it a poignant reflection on memory, loss, and the passage of time.