Pure
堀江由衣 Lyrics

The lyrics of 堀江由衣's song Pure express the feelings of unrequited love--of adoring someone and not being able to express that love. The singer loves someone but struggles to tell them so instead, she takes a longer route and tries to meet them by chance. Whenever their eyes meet, she cannot help but look away. The fall season is coming and the city's trees are turning yellow, making the singer feel even more melancholic. She thinks about how long and difficult the road is when walking back home alone. She wonders if meeting the person by chance will bring them closer and make it easier for her to express her true feelings.

As time passes, the singer's feelings for the person grow stronger and she feels the urge to express herself. However, she is afraid to confess her love and is worried that it might change the way things are now. She wishes for a place where they can share their emotions and not worry about the consequences. The singer imagines walking together and how much shorter the path feels when they are together. She does not want to be compared to other girls and would prefer being honest about her feelings.

The ending reiterates her love for the person and her desire to stay true to her feelings. She wonders if her feelings are reciprocated and if there is a place where they can be together. The singer's emotions are portrayed through the changing seasons, symbolizing the passage of time and how time affects a person's feelings.