Time
Onuka Lyrics

Happiness that we have is so elusive
The happiness we currently possess is difficult to maintain and feels like it disappears quickly, similar to shadows vanishing during the middle of the day.

Like the shadows disappearing in the noontime
Just like shadows vanish when the sun is directly overhead, our happiness also seems to disappear quickly and without warning.

Emptiness that we have is so depressive that we lose control
The feeling of emptiness is so overwhelming that it causes us to lose control of our emotions and actions - it can be very depressing.

Happiness that we had was so … so elusive
Even when we were happy in the past, that happiness was still difficult to hold onto and sustain.

Hold pause
This line is a command to pause or stop for a moment and reflect.

I'm sorry I could not freeze time
The singer is acknowledging that they cannot stop or slow down time to make moments last longer, and they feel regretful for it.

I'm sorry I could not freeze time now
Again, the singer expresses their sorrow for not being able to make time stand still or slow down, especially in the present moment.

Looking through your photos I've lived your life
By examining someone's photos or memories, we can get a glimpse into their life and experiences, almost as if we were living it ourselves.

(like I watched the movie of your life)
This is a further comparison to the idea that someone else's memories can feel like a complete narrative or movie that we're witnessing.

They're like spirits showing all at once in the night time
The memories captured in photos (or in another person's storytelling) can feel like ghosts or spirits that appear suddenly and all at once in the dark or quiet moments.

All the time that we have is limited so all we do is run
We constantly feel pressure to hurry and make the most of our limited time on earth, which can create a sense of anxiety and urgency in us.

And we lose control
When we are caught up in the rush and intensity of trying to make the most of our time, we can sometimes feel like we've lost control of our lives or our priorities.

Happiness that we had was so … so elusive
The final line repeats the idea that even when we do experience happiness, it can still feel fleeting and difficult to maintain.