Members:
Kkasi (Vocals, Guitar)
Real Name: Hwang Bo Ra (황보라)
Stage Name: Kkasi (까시)
Former Members:
Hwang Jung Hoon (Guitar)
Ryu Seong Hyeon (Drums)
Make Up
어른아이 Lyrics
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Like still make up my face,
Like still make up my skin,
Like still make up my husk,
Like still make up my worth,
See me
Like still make up my lips,
Like still make up the facts,
Like still get something good... for me
You do
Like still make up my eyes,
Like still make up my tears,
Like still make up my mind,
Like still make up my Truuuue heart,
You do
Like still make up my world,
Like still make up my past,
My sad, my fool, my empty... yeh
The lyrics to 어른아이's song "Make Up" are introspective and reveal an internal struggle with the concept of self-worth. The singer desires to be seen and accepted for who they are, but finds themselves constantly relying on exterior factors, such as makeup or carefully crafted words, to feel valued. The repeated phrase "like still make up" suggests a sense of stagnancy and inability to break free from these patterns of behavior.
The use of makeup as a metaphor is particularly powerful, as it is often associated with covering up imperfections and creating a false sense of beauty. The singer is essentially admitting to using these tactics to mask their true self, highlighting the vulnerability and self-doubt that lie beneath the surface. The line "like still get something good... for me" implies a sense of guilt or inner conflict over the reliance on these external factors for validation.
The second half of the song sees the singer acknowledging the role that others play in shaping their identity. They recognize that the people around them, particularly loved ones, have the power to influence their thoughts and emotions. The repetition of "you do" emphasizes the importance of these external forces in shaping the singer's sense of self.
Overall, the lyrics to "Make Up" are a poignant reflection on the complexities of identity and the struggle to find true self-acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
See me
I want you to truly see me, not just the outer appearance I present with makeup.
Like still make up my face,
I continue to apply makeup to my face even though I feel like I have to hide behind it.
Like still make up my skin,
I try to cover up my imperfections with makeup, making it seem like my skin is flawless.
Like still make up my husk,
I am masking my true self with makeup, presenting only what I believe others want to see.
Like still make up my worth,
I feel like my worth is determined by my appearance, so I rely on makeup to make me feel valuable.
Like still make up my lips,
I use makeup to enhance my lips, making them appear fuller and more attractive.
Like still make up my words,
I try to present myself in a certain way with my words, similar to how I use makeup to present myself physically.
Like still make up the facts,
I may manipulate the truth to make myself appear better, just like how makeup can mask my imperfections.
Like still get something good... for me
Using makeup can provide me a temporary good feeling, but it's not a true reflection of my worth as a person.
You do
Addressing the other person, who has an impact on how I feel about myself.
Like still make up my eyes,
Your opinions and actions can affect how I view myself, like how I apply makeup to my eyes to achieve a certain look.
Like still make up my tears,
Your presence can also affect my emotional state, which can be seen through my tears as I apply makeup.
Like still make up my mind,
Your influence can alter my thoughts and beliefs, just as makeup can alter my appearance physically.
Like still make up my Truuuue heart,
You have the power to influence my innermost self, not just my external appearance.
Like still make up my world,
Your impact can extend beyond myself and into my perception of the world around me.
Like still make up my past,
Past experiences with you can shape how I view the present and the future, similar to how makeup can provide a history of my appearance.
My sad, my fool, my empty... yeh
My emotions and experiences with you have not always been positive, and can leave me feeling sad, foolish, or empty.
Writer(s): Kana Nishino, Kazuhiko Maeda
Contributed by Bentley S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.