Leia

The song 'Leia' by VOCALOID delves into themes of despair, illusion, and the longing for genuine connection. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a protagonist trapped in a cycle of emotional turmoil, seeking solace in the voice of another. The opening lines, 'Kimi no koe wo kika sete yodo mu kokoro wo hara tte,' suggest a desire to cleanse a stagnant heart through the sound of a loved one's voice. This sets the tone for a narrative steeped in melancholy and a yearning for authenticity amidst a backdrop of deception and falsehoods.

The recurring imagery of a 'canvas of lies' being painted over and the 'endless fantasy' that feels like a trap highlights the protagonist's struggle with reality and illusion. The mention of 'smiles devouring internal organs' before the future turns gray suggests a deep-seated fear of superficial happiness that ultimately leads to emptiness. The protagonist's plea to 'hear your voice more' and the juxtaposition of 'eternal rust' with 'despair' underscore a profound sense of hopelessness and the fleeting nature of joy.

As the song progresses, the lyrics become more desperate, with the protagonist expressing a willingness to be enveloped by the voice of their beloved, even if it means their own destruction. The lines 'If there is no way to leave a mark of our existence, then burn the warmth into me and kill me' encapsulate a tragic desire for a meaningful connection, even at the cost of their own life. The repeated invocation of 'Leia' serves as a haunting refrain, echoing the protagonist's unfulfilled longing and the inescapable grip of their emotional despair.