Keep On Running
Takashi Tsukamoto Lyrics

The lyrics of Takashi Tsukamoto's song Keep on running speak of the pursuit of something that drives us to keep moving forward, even when we stumble and our hands grow cold. The lines "きっと何かを追いかけて走りだす" (Kitto nanika wo oikakete hashiridasu) translate to "Surely I'll start running, pursuing something." The song acknowledges the fact that we encounter obstacles along the way, as evidenced by the line "つまずきながらこごえた手を温めて" (Tsumazuki nagara kogoeta te wo atatamete) meaning "While stumbling, warming up hands that have grown cold."

The lyrics go on to speak of the desire to be needed and the hope that the future has in store for us. The lines "誰かを求め 誰かに必要とされ" (Dareka wo motome dareka ni hitsuyou to sare) mean "I seek someone, I am needed by someone," a sentiment that's likely relatable for many listeners. The final lines of the first verse suggest that progress may be slow but it's still happening: "今 足あとを少しずつ伸ばしてゆく" (Ima ashiato wo sukoshi zutsu nobashite yuku) can be translated as "Now I'm slowly extending my footsteps."

The chorus drives home the message that the future holds promise: "最後のページにはさんだ写真は はげましの言葉に見えた 長く続いてく これからの未来 必ずまた笑いあえる" (Saigo no peeji ni hasanda shashin wa hagemashi no kotoba ni mieta Nagaku tsuzuiteku korekara no mirai Kanarazu mata waraiaeru) means "The photo inserted at the last page looked like words of encouragement The future that will keep going for a long time We'll definitely be able to laugh together again."

Overall, the song speaks of the power of perseverance, the importance of being needed, and the hope that the future holds promise.