甘草
Silent Siren Lyrics

The lyrics of Silent Siren's song "甘草" (Licorice) seem to touch upon the themes of escapism and denial, as the singer tries to distract themselves from the pain they feel by watching a tilted TV and lying down on a hot day. The information that comes through the TV is not helpful, melting away like an ice cream, and the sky that the singer looks up at seems unnatural and blurry, reflecting their own emotional state.

The chorus reveals that the singer has woken up today, seemingly after going through a hard time, and someone has told them that everything will be alright. Yet, even though they have realized that the person next to them is the one who offered comfort, they still feel a sense of emptiness and longing, wishing they could forget the past and live peacefully without any memories weighing them down.

Despite the sad themes at play, the melody of "甘草" is upbeat and catchy, perhaps reflecting the bittersweet feeling of wanting to forget but not being able to. The lyrics capture the struggle of trying to find solace in mindless activities and fleeting moments while battling with one's own emotions and memories.