One Life
Shinkichi Mitsumune & The Pillows Lyrics

The lyrics to Shinkichi Mitsumune & The Pillows' song "ONE LIFE" convey a sense of self-reflection and struggle in the face of darkness and personal limitations. The imagery of the blue poppy petals swaying without wind suggests a stagnant and suffocating environment. The singer attributes this to their own sighs, hinting at a feeling of being trapped and unable to break free. Despite not remembering the exact reason, they believe that this is the cause.

The daily darkness engulfs them, binding their freedom, and they can no longer see their own face clearly due to the dazzling light of dreams they once shared with someone. The lines about the dirty mirror allude to self-perception and the difficulty of finding one true reflection amidst the distortions. However, the singer realizes that there is still one genuine light that can be captured by their tarnished mirror, and that light is the person they address as "you." This person becomes their source of light, their guiding force.

The second part of the song continues the exploration of personal growth and transformation. The singer sheds their twisted armor and embarks on a journey like a snail, albeit one that won't return them to their original state. They are spat out once again from the mirage-like illusions of the city. The reference to oversized toes being bothersome suggests that the singer wants to avoid acknowledging their flaws or limitations. Yet, no matter what shoes they wear or how they try to deceive themselves, their footsteps will always belong to them.

The song concludes with a repetition of the idea that the singer's mirror can reflect only one true light, that of the person they address as "you." The memories that cannot be touched will eventually be lost, but even if their form disappears, this person will remain their guiding light.