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#2 Exiles (http://www.last.fm/music/The+Exiles IS a supergroup from Auckland, New Zealand formed in 2004 by Sean Sturm and Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper (for Sean Sturm, see The Nixons and Eye TV; for Mahuia BC, see Misfits of Science and Moana and the Tribe). Their songs and vids, "The One" and "Circles" are posted here; the image on this page depicts them in full virtual flight. "Close to Me" is their version of the Cure classic. Accept no (l)imitations.
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What Is The Reason
The Exiles Lyrics
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L-O-V-E
I've got a question (I've got a question)
嘘がつけて裏切れる関係をどうやって信じればいい
それでも一緒にいるのはお互い自分の為だけ
Don't call it love no mo'
エゴと言う名の勘違いを気付かない振りも罪深い
さんざん責めてだんだん冷めて
ねじれた心で見てしまう姿
本当は今でもきれいな筈なのに
Oh no, it's way too much, I can't figure it out
蒸発していく beautiful things
限りが有る事とも知らずにやり過ごしてきたけど oh what
What is L-O-V-E, I really wanna know
壊したり捨てたり何がしたいのか それでも求めている
What is L-O-V-E, somebody help me understand
愛の意味 答えられない 確かにあるのに
I've got a question, question
君が気に入る様な生き方をどうやって演じればいい
尽くしているって言うけど実際自分の為だろう
Don't call it love no mo'
理想と言う名のエフェクター 真実を誤魔化している
Can't you see what I see?
さんざん責めてだんだん冷めて
ねじれた心で見てしまう姿 oh, I'm sorry (sorry), I'm sorry
Oh no, it's way too much, I can't figure it out
蒸発していく beautiful things
取り戻せない時を 振り返り問いかけ続ける Oh what
What is L-O-V-E, I really wanna know
壊したり捨てたり何がしたいのか それでも求めている
What is L-O-V-E, somebody help me understand
愛の意味 答えられない 確かにあるのに
What is L-O-V-E, I really wanna know
壊したり捨てたり何がしたいのか それでも求めている
What is L-O-V-E, somebody help me understand
愛の意味 答えられない 確かにあるのに
What is love? What is love? Tell me
What is (L-O-V-E), what is love? Oh, what is love? Can you tell me?
What is love?
The lyrics to The Exiles's song "What Is The Reason" explore the complex nature of love and relationships. The singer questions the meaning of love and the motivations behind their own actions and those of their partner. They express doubt in the authenticity of their relationship, suggesting that it may be based on self-interest and misunderstanding rather than genuine love. The lyrics also touch upon the struggle to maintain a beautiful relationship amidst the challenges and uncertainties that arise.
The repetition of the question "What is love?" throughout the song reflects the singer's yearning for understanding and clarity. They express a desire to know what love truly is and what drives their own actions and desires. The lyrics hint at the possibility of love existing, but also acknowledge the difficulty in comprehending its true meaning. The singer seeks help and guidance, highlighting the complexity and elusiveness of love.
Line by Line Meaning
What is (L-O-V-E), what is love? Oh, what is love? Can you tell me?
I'm questioning the true meaning of love and asking for someone to explain it to me. I want to understand what love really is.
I've got a question (I've got a question)
I have a deep question about love.
嘘がつけて裏切れる関係をどうやって信じればいい
How can I believe in a relationship where lies can be told and trust can be broken?
それでも一緒にいるのはお互い自分の為だけ
But still, the reason we stay together is only for our own selfishness.
Don't call it love no mo'
Let's not label it as love anymore.
エゴと言う名の勘違いを気付かない振りも罪深い
Pretending not to notice the misunderstanding of ego is deeply sinful.
Have you ever thought about it?
Have you ever really thought about the true nature of love?
さんざん責めてだんだん冷めて
After blaming each other, our feelings have gradually cooled down.
ねじれた心で見てしまう姿
We see each other through twisted hearts.
本当は今でもきれいな筈なのに
Despite the fact that we should still be beautiful.
Oh no, it's way too much, I can't figure it out
Oh no, it's overwhelming. I can't understand it.
蒸発していく beautiful things
Beautiful things are gradually disappearing.
限りが有る事とも知らずにやり過ごしてきたけど oh what
We have been trying to get by without realizing the limited time we have.
壊したり捨てたり何がしたいのか それでも求めている
What do I want by destroying and abandoning? Yet, I still desire it.
I've got a question, question
I still have a deep question.
君が気に入る様な生き方をどうやって演じればいい
How can I act in a way that suits your preferences?
尽くしているって言うけど実際自分の為だろう
You say that you are doing it all for me, but in reality, it's for your own sake.
理想と言う名のエフェクター 真実を誤魔化している
Idealism is like an effect, hiding the truth.
Can't you see what I see?
Can't you understand my perspective?
さんざん責めてだんだん冷めて
After blaming each other, our feelings have gradually cooled down.
ねじれた心で見てしまう姿 oh, I'm sorry (sorry), I'm sorry
Seeing each other through twisted hearts, oh, I'm sorry, I'm sorry.
Oh no, it's way too much, I can't figure it out
Oh no, it's overwhelming. I can't understand it.
蒸発していく beautiful things
Beautiful things are gradually disappearing.
取り戻せない時を 振り返り問いかけ続ける Oh what
Continuously looking back at the irretrievable time and questioning, oh what.
What is love? What is love? Tell me
What is love? I'm asking for someone to explain it to me.
What is L-O-V-E, I really wanna know
What is love? I truly want to understand.
愛の意味 答えられない 確かにあるのに
Even though love exists, its meaning cannot be answered.
What is L-O-V-E, somebody help me understand
What is love? I need someone to help me understand.
壊したり捨てたり何がしたいのか それでも求めている
What do I want by destroying and abandoning? Yet, I still desire it.
What is L-O-V-E, somebody help me understand
What is love? I need someone to help me understand.
愛の意味 答えられない 確かにあるのに
Even though love exists, its meaning cannot be answered.
What is L-O-V-E, I really wanna know
What is love? I truly want to understand.
壊したり捨てたり何がしたいのか それでも求めている
What do I want by destroying and abandoning? Yet, I still desire it.
What is L-O-V-E, somebody help me understand
What is love? I need someone to help me understand.
愛の意味 答えられない 確かにあるのに
Even though love exists, its meaning cannot be answered.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Michico, T. Kura
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