Kotoba ni Shitakunai Tenki
THE ALFEE Lyrics

The first verse of THE ALFEE's song Kotoba ni Shitakunai Tenki paints a picture of a man carrying a woman's long hair in his pocket as he reminisces about their past love. He expresses his regret at not being able to say goodbye properly, and the kiss they had during their separation being the most he could do. The second verse shifts the focus to the moody autumn sky, which is unpredictable like a woman's heart. The man walks alone, whistling a tune and asks to be left alone. He disregards a red traffic light, but knows that it won't change the weather. The third verse describes how couples walking arm-in-arm represent a clear day amidst the cloudy weather. The man is carrying the heavy burden of the two years they have been apart and feels lonely even when walking alone. The fourth and final verse shows how the autumn streets make him feel lonely, just like other people who are alone. He seeks refuge in a familiar coffee shop to chat with the counter lady and draw a laugh, but knows that the weather outside is not affected by what people feel.

This song captures the emotions of a man who is still in love with a woman who has left him. He carries a tangible reminder of her in his pocket, and the lyrics are rich with emotionally charged imagery that reflects his mood throughout the seasons changing. The unpredictability of the autumn sky is used to symbolize the uncertainty and instability of relationships. The man's defiance of a red traffic light serves as a metaphor for his rebellion against nature's inevitability. The contrast between couples in love and the singer's loneliness highlights the difficulty of moving on from a past love. The place where he finds comfort is also significant, as it shows how a person can find solace in the mundane things that surround them.