Apollo
Senri Oe Lyrics

These lyrics depict a nostalgic and reflective journey through time. The first verse describes a scene where the singer is with someone, possibly a romantic partner, in a room filled with everyday objects like news, a remote control, a dryer, and the scent of azaleas. It conveys a sense of familiarity and routine in their relationship. They are still repeating and going through the same things, despite the passage of time.

The following stanza references different decades, highlighting the changing times. The 1960s and 1970s represent the overflowing and disappearing elements of society, while the 1980s and 1990s symbolize the desire to feel close to the singer's partner in a place that is "closer" than anyone else. The lyrics suggest that the future was once taken for granted and didn't receive proper attention. The singer longs to go back to the day they first met, perhaps to regain that sense of innocence and appreciation for the future.

In the next section, the lyrics shift their focus to a day when the singer felt like they were flying into space and having an unforgettable dream. They reminisce about being able to swim in the sky when hanging upside down on a horizontal bar. Here, the 1960s and 1970s represent a drawer with vinyl records and neatly rolled love letters. The 1980s and 1990s mention a white shirt with a narrow collar and a shortened length, showcasing the changing fashion trends of the time.

The chorus highlights the feeling of surpassing an unreachable future without realizing it. The singer had yearned for the future, only to find that it caught up and passed by so quickly. This newfound lack of surprise, symbolized by not being amazed by anything that happens, is mirrored in the line about riding a rusty bicycle pedal with enthusiasm.

The following verse continues to reference different decades. Sneaking out of the balcony in the 1960s and 1970s leads to a water tower on a hill, while in the 1980s and 1990s, the singer recalls embracing their partner, whose shoulders were always trembling. Again, the idea of an unattainable future being surpassed without notice is repeated, along with the sentiment of longing for that future.

The final lines convey the desire to have an ordinary future and to make it come true. The singer wants to be by their partner's side, looking into their eyes, with unseen stars residing in their hearts. The lyrics allude to someone shaking hands, signifying change and the beginning of something new. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the resolve to no longer be surprised by anything that happens and the determination to pedal forward with passion.