Virgin Butterfly

VOCALOID VOCALOID

The Dark Obsession of 'Virgin Butterfly'

The song 'Virgin Butterfly' by VOCALOID delves into the themes of obsession, control, and the darker aspects of love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a possessive and consuming love, where the narrator's feelings for the object of their affection are all-encompassing and suffocating. The use of metaphors such as 'butterfly' and 'wings' symbolizes the delicate and fragile nature of the person being loved, who is ultimately trapped and unable to escape the narrator's grasp.

The imagery in the song is both beautiful and disturbing. Phrases like 'そのはねをちぎりぼくとちぎれ' (tearing off the wings) and 'ちのいとがくいこむ' (the thread of blood bites in) evoke a sense of violence and pain, contrasting with the narrator's professed love. This juxtaposition highlights the toxic nature of the relationship, where love is intertwined with control and harm. The repeated assertion that the narrator will love the other person 'forever' underscores the inescapable and eternal nature of this dark obsession.

Culturally, the song taps into the archetype of the yandere character, a common trope in Japanese media where a person is obsessively in love to the point of being dangerous. The use of VOCALOID, a voice synthesizer software, adds another layer to the song, as it allows for the creation of a haunting and otherworldly vocal performance that enhances the unsettling atmosphere. The song's exploration of the darker side of love and obsession is both captivating and chilling, making it a compelling piece of art that resonates with listeners on a deep emotional level.

Share on social media Share as link
  1. ビターチョコデコレーション (Bitter Choco Decoration)
  2. AaAaAaAAaAaAAa
  3. Ren'ai Saiban
  4. Paradichlorobenzene
  5. Eraser Girl
  6. 心做し (kokoronashi)
  7. 愛して 愛して 愛して (aishite aishite aishite)
  8. Meltdown
  9. Miracle Paint
  10. Sekishinsei: Kamatoto Araryouji (Sincerity Gender: Drastic Measures of Naivety)
View all VOCALOID songs

Most popular topics in VOCALOID songs

Related artists

  1. Kuroshitsuji
    Kuroshitsuji
  2. One Piece
    One Piece
  3. Initial D
    Initial D
  4. Soul Eater
    Soul Eater
  5. Bakemonogatari
    Bakemonogatari
  6. Rurouni Kenshin
    Rurouni Kenshin
  7. Touhou
    Touhou
  8. Inuyasha
    Inuyasha