Too Late To Say
澤野弘之 Lyrics


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Caught by the golden ring
Can′t run away from it
When they recite a spell
This ring will hurt me

Caught by the golden ring
I'm a child of human and evil
Can′t run away from it
How long should I hide myself?
How long?

I've lost my focus and I cannot see you anymore
And there's a blue frame that′s flickering
Where I cannot even draw my sword
All this power is in me, yet I cannot wield it alone
If you can hear, tell me now
What it means

I know I have lost it now
I knew something was wrong somehow
There′s nobody like me
But you're not here
So I′ll say goodbye
But now I can't even say my thank you

I′ve lost my focus and I cannot see you anymore
And there's a blue frame that′s flickering
Where I cannot even draw my sword
All this power is in me, yet I cannot wield it alone
If you can hear, tell me now
What it means

And we are all different
No two are ever the same
There's a burden in me
It won't go away
Although I don′t know everything
I′ll go my own way
And I'll keep on fighting all my life

I know I have lost it now
I knew something was wrong somehow
There′s nobody like me
But you're not here




So I′ll say goodbye
But now I can't even say my thank you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of 澤野弘之's song "Too Late To Say" explore themes of feeling trapped and conflicted due to one's heritage or circumstances. The mention of being caught by a golden ring signifies being bound to a certain fate or identity that cannot be escaped. The ring is also described as having the ability to hurt the singer when a spell is recited, emphasizing the power it wield over them.


The singer reveals that they are a child of both human and evil, suggesting a mixed heritage or inner conflict between good and evil forces within them. Despite their desire to run away from this burden, they express uncertainty about how long they can hide themselves. The lyrics also convey a sense of lost focus and an inability to see the person or thing that has been important to them. The blue flickering frame symbolizes a barrier that prevents them from drawing their sword, symbolizing their inability to utilize their power effectively.


The singer questions the meaning behind their powers and expresses frustration at their lack of understanding. They acknowledge that they have lost something and sensed that something was wrong but are unable to fully comprehend it. This sets a melancholic tone, as they lament the absence of someone who is unique like them but not present in their life anymore. The feeling of farewell and the inability to express gratitude further highlight their sense of isolation and longing.


The lyrics also touch on the concept of individuality and the burden that comes with it. It is emphasized that everyone is different and carries their own unique struggles. Despite not knowing everything, the singer resolves to forge their own path and continue fighting throughout their life.


Overall, "Too Late To Say" portrays a sense of internal conflict, a desire for freedom, and a longing for understanding and connection.


Line by Line Meaning

Caught by the golden ring
Trapped and unable to escape the consequences of a powerful force


Can′t run away from it
Unable to avoid or evade the influence of this force


When they recite a spell
When others invoke a certain enchantment or incantation


This ring will hurt me
This force will cause me pain and suffering


I'm a child of human and evil
I am the product of both human and malevolent origins


How long should I hide myself?
For how much longer must I conceal my true identity?


How long?
How much longer will this struggle go on?


I've lost my focus and I cannot see you anymore
I have become distracted and can no longer perceive your presence


And there's a blue frame that's flickering
There is a wavering and uncertain boundary surrounding me


Where I cannot even draw my sword
In a state where I am unable to utilize my powers or defend myself


All this power is in me, yet I cannot wield it alone
Although I possess great strength, I cannot harness or control it by myself


If you can hear, tell me now
If you are able to perceive my plea, respond to me at this moment


What it means
Provide me with an understanding of the significance or purpose


I know I have lost it now
I am aware that I have completely lost something


I knew something was wrong somehow
I had an intuition that something was amiss in some way


There's nobody like me
There is no one else who shares my unique characteristics


But you're not here
But you are absent and unavailable


So I′ll say goodbye
Thus, I will bid farewell


But now I can't even say my thank you
But now I am unable to express my gratitude


And we are all different
Each one of us possesses our own individuality


No two are ever the same
None are identical to one another


There's a burden in me
There is a weight or responsibility within me


It won't go away
It persists and cannot be eliminated


Although I don't know everything
Despite not having complete knowledge or understanding


I′ll go my own way
I will forge my own path


And I'll keep on fighting all my life
I will continue to battle and persevere for as long as I live




Writer(s): Hiroyuki Sawano, Sayuri Okudaira, Jun Tatami

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