逃避行
amazarashi Lyrics

The lyrics of amazarashi's song "逃避行" (Escaping Journey) depict a sense of frustration, dissatisfaction, and a longing for freedom. The singer feels trapped and overwhelmed, expressing a deep dislike for their current situation. They realize that clinging onto it holds no value and only causes more irritation. The days feel bitter as they face hardships and struggle, with dreams becoming burdensome. Their worn-out sneakers hinder them from running smoothly on rainy days, and their weary soul prevents them from smiling during difficult times.

The song narrates the beginning of the singer's escape, symbolized by running through a crowd. They declare that if things don't go well, they would rather die than continue living. However, instead of saying they failed to die, they emphasize that they failed to live fully. This journey is just beginning for them, and they seek to encounter a version of themselves who will have no regrets, even when the end approaches.

The lyrics further explore a desire for freedom, as the more the singer longs for it, the stronger the resistance from the opposing forces becomes. No matter where they go, problems will always exist. Yet, in such circumstances, the singer realizes they must choose themselves. When the end comes, they strive to meet a version of themselves that won't regret their choices. The lyrics mention how fear lurks, waiting for them to show their vulnerable side. While they overcome difficult challenges, new ones transform and attack them. They navigate through a rain of bullets, revealing that this battlefield is the one they have chosen. They reject becoming slaves to dreams, hourly wages, or social norms, asserting that they can't afford to waste time enslaved by such things. They highlight that it's more accurate to say they are being kept alive rather than merely surviving. The journey they embark on is never truly lonely.

The song concludes with a determination to keep moving forward, regardless of what causes them to run. It could be feelings of gratitude, escapism, societal expectations, or even harbored resentment. The real question is how far they can go and how long they will continue to fight. The singer acknowledges that any catalyst could have been the spark to begin their escape. They express a desire to step on the gum that clings to them, blaming it for their urge to flee. They find themselves still fighting, even though they wanted to run away. And they find solace in that. They long to revisit the speed of that day when they couldn't help but run through the crowd, hoping to grasp the weight of their ideal and have it hold the same value as their frustrated tears. The escapism of searching for a place to die transforms into a journey of finding a place to truly live. The path ahead in this long journey seems far from over.