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What ‘Iru Iri Soudou’ by Jitomayo Is Really About
There are times when you nod along to avoid breaking the mood, only to realize once you get home what you actually wanted to say.
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Reading ‘Jyūketsu Bolt’ by Zutto Mayo: Lyrics and Meaning
There are times when you endure because you want to become solid and strong, only to find that your own numbness feels more alien than anything else.
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Kedechaburetan Damyo (Jittomayo): The Story Behind the Lyrics
When the blanket was there, it felt stifling enough to push away, but once it’s gone, the cold sets in.
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What ‘Saturn’ by JtoMAYO Is Really About
When the person you like seems to be having fun without you, hurt can rise up before any urge to celebrate.
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Reading ‘Neko Reset’ by Jittomayo: Lyrics and Meaning
There are days when you feel exhausted before the day has even begun. There is a lot to prepare for, yet body and mind rarely keep up.
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Sode no Quilt by Jitomayo: Meaning and Lyrics Explained
Even with someone you click with instantly, the most precious things to say can be the hardest to bring up.
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Crying Out for Thirst (Minami): Meaning and Lyrics Explained
There are times when hearing someone say they love you fails to bring a sense of security.
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Lilac by Minami: Meaning and Lyrics Explained
They say staying the same is boring, but changing makes you unrecognizable.
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