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觸執毛 Lyrics

The song "23" by 觸執毛 explores the theme of unity and self-reflection in the face of adversity. The chorus emphasizes the importance of togetherness in difficult times, urging listeners to stand strong in the face of "enemies' fire." However, the verses highlight the individual struggles and regrets of different people, revealing their discontent and failures to stand up for what they believe in.

The opening lines refer to 23 people who have painted their eyes red, a symbol of love. However, the following lines reveal that six of them died for speaking their mind, while others are unable to resist bribes and resort to hiding. This suggests that even in a group of people who appear united, there are those who are willing to compromise their values, leading to disunity and betrayal.

The second verse continues to explore themes of regret, with the singer reflecting on their own past mistakes. One person is hanging on to life while they are blind, questioning their own thoughts and actions. Another is hiding and hearing their baby crying, realizing that they have been blaming their partner's drinking when they should have been taking responsibility for their own actions. The third person continues to sing stupid lyrics, questioning their own purpose and contribution to the group. These individual struggles are woven into the larger message of the song, highlighting the importance of facing challenges together while acknowledging individual faults and shortcomings.