飛んでイスタンブール
庄野真代 Lyrics

The lyrics to 庄野真代's song 飛んでイスタンブール tell a story of moving on and letting go of the past. The opening lines, "I forgot about it someday, this cardboard box in Istanbul. It's easy to give up just by twisting it", describe the singer's mentality towards their past belongings, implying they are able to let go of things easily. The following lines, "Like everyone else, it was just a rarity. On that day, a stylish glass was handed to me, in front of my eyes and then slipped away...", further emphasize the idea of fleetingness and moving on.

The chorus, "Come to Istanbul, where not envying others is the rule. That's why even love is just a dance in the wind. Fly to Istanbul, roll in the shining desert. Only paradise at night", suggest Istanbul's appeal as a place of freedom and not being bogged down by societal demands. The second verse, "A faint goodbye on the low phone, one scratch that cannot be left behind. And inevitably, the pain soon fades away. Today, with today's face, we draw closer and closer", alludes to the singer's ability to let go of not just possessions, but also past relationships.

The song overall conveys a message of letting go, moving on, and enjoying the freedom that comes with it. It also highlights the beauty of Istanbul as a place of escape.