海峡の夜が明ける
市川由紀乃 Lyrics

In "海峡の夜が明ける" ("The Night Clears on the Strait"), 市川由紀乃 sings about the pain of separation between two individuals. The lyrics begin with questioning why one would cry despite having a cute face, as a stranger offers a handkerchief. The sadness of not being able to say that they have parted ways is conveyed as they go northward, where the blizzard penetrates. The women on the farewell ship feel the need to withdraw, implying their emotional distress.

The next part of the lyrics express the singer's unhappiness and regret for trusting a man who has caused her pain. However, what remains is her precious life, and she resolves to distance herself from Tokyo without looking back, symbolizing her determination to move forward and leaving behind any lingering attachments. The farewell ship breaks the ties, severing the connection and allowing her to begin anew.

The song takes a poignant turn as it addresses the seagulls, bidding them farewell and welcoming them back from their journey. The returning tide will once again be in a snowy setting, amidst the flickering lights for two hours, before the night on the strait clears. Through this metaphor, the singer finds hope and declares her intent to live on. The final line, "男と女の わかれ船" ("The farewell ship of a man and a woman"), reflects the theme of separation and emphasizes the emotional journey depicted in the song.