Pendulum
Tatsuya Kitani Lyrics

The lyrics to Tatsuya Kitani's song, Pendulum, explore the multitude of relationships that exist in the world - ranging from those of twins, to those of lovers, to those of enemies. The singer compares these relationships to the one between himself and the listener, suggesting that their connection is just as complex and multifaceted. Despite this, the singer seems to be lamenting the difficulties that come with such relationships, confessing that even the small happiness they may bring can feel like a burden on his heart. The song's title, Pendulum, is evoked at the end of the lyrics, where the singer compares life to a swinging pendulum of emotions that he and the listener must navigate.

One particularly fascinating aspect of these lyrics is the way they combine both joyful and painful aspects of relationships. The singer describes how his fights with himself can resemble those of siblings, while at the same time expressing the idea that small moments of happiness ("the fat of little happiness") can be just as suffocating as sorrow. This contrast paints a nuanced picture of the emotions that come with human relationships.