The Prisoner
D.O.A. (Rock) Lyrics

The lyrics of "The Prisoner" by D.O.A. (Rock) reflect a sense of longing and regret in a romantic relationship that has come to an unexpected end. The singer expresses feelings of guilt and sorrow for causing sadness to their partner, indicated by the line "かけ出す君 ゆれる背中が 僕を責める Wow" which can be interpreted as the partner being blamed for the decision to leave. The abrupt nature of love's ending is highlighted with the sentiment "いつでも そう恋の終りは 突然だね" conveying the sudden and unpredictable nature of love's demise.

The singer acknowledges the deep emotions they had for their partner, attempting to hide their true feelings but failing as seen in the line "隠したつもりでも 君の澄んだ瞳の奥に 心あずけたまま." The plea for another chance and the desire to hold on to sentimental memories is expressed through lines like "行かないで 見つめて One More Chance" and "無くしたはずなのさ センチメンタルは" showcasing a yearning for reconciliation and a reluctance to let go of cherished moments.

The lyrics convey a realization of the importance of love and the difficulty of letting go, depicted in the lines "本当に大切なものを 初めて知る Wow" and "この想い誰かに告げても 今 止められない." Despite wanting to express these feelings to someone else, the singer feels unable to stop the emotions from overwhelming them, indicating a struggle to move on from the past relationship.

The song concludes with a sense of being captivated by memories of happier times, as depicted in the lines "輝く あの日の虜さ" and "去りゆく背中に 奪われたままさ," suggesting a sense of loss and nostalgia for the past that cannot be escaped. The repetition of the plea for one more chance and the longing to hold on to sentimental moments underscore the theme of holding on to the past while grappling with the inevitability of moving forward.