Butterfly by WJSN Lyrics Meaning – A Flight to Self-Discovery and Liberation
Lyrics
도도하고 때론 낯설대
보이는 게 전부가 아닌데 oh no
거울에 비친 내가 어색해
난 아직 그대론데 어느새 이렇게 된 걸까
언제부턴가 자꾸 불안해
나만 멈춘 것 같애 걱정만 늘어가 왜
나란 색깔이 빛나게 좀 더 짙어지게
때로는 나도 화려해지고 싶어
이젠 날 안 묶어둘래 좀 더 자유롭게
진짜 날 찾을래
날아 like butterfly
화려하진 않아도 자유로워
Fly like a butterfly
조금 다쳐도 괜찮아 더 높이 날 거니까
Like a butterfly yeah-yeah-yeah (wow)
Like a butterfly yeah-yeah
Fly, fly like a butterfly
별게 다 궁금했던 그 때
꿈 많았던 어릴 적 그때 나로
저 별들을 휘젓고 fly ya
숨을 들이쉬어 bow ha!
Velvety 하늘 위 set me free
더 멀리 날아갈래
나란 색깔이 빛나게 좀 더 짙어지게
때로는 나도 화려해지고 싶어
이젠 날 안 묶어둘래 좀 더 자유롭게
진짜 날 찾을래
날아 like butterfly
화려하진 않아도 자유로워
Fly like a butterfly
조금 다쳐도 괜찮아 더 높이 날 거니까
Like a butterfly yeah-yeah-yeah (wow)
Like a butterfly yeah-yeah
Fly, fly like a butterfly
왜 빛나는 것들은 시간이 갈수록 바래지는 걸까
난 이 반짝이는 지금을 후회 없이 보낼 수 있을까 (wow)
날아 like butterfly
화려하진 않아도 자유로워
Fly like a butterfly
조금 다쳐도 괜찮아 더 높이 날 거니까
Like a butterfly yeah-yeah-yeah (wow)
Like a butterfly yeah-yeah
Fly, fly like a butterfly
Cosmic Girls, also known as WJSN, have spun a cocoon of self-restraint and emerged as butterflies in their ethereal track ‘Butterfly’. More than a mellifluous melody and an uplifting beat, the song is an anthem of metamorphosis. ‘Butterfly’ resonates with the universal struggle of breaking free from society’s constraints to rediscover and embrace one’s true self.
But the song goes beyond individual transformation. It touches on themes of beauty norms, the passage of time, and the pressures of conformity. The Korean lyrics, cloaked in poetic metaphors, reveal a deeper yearning for freedom and authenticity that transcends cultural barriers, beckoning listeners to shed their societal chrysalis and spread their wings.
Shattering Illusions: A Look Beyond The Façade
The opening lines of ‘Butterfly’ stand as a bold statement against the superficial judgments that often define societal interactions. WJSN addresses the discrepancy between outward appearances and the intrinsic self, implicitly criticizing how quickly we are to assume that what we see is all there is. The song invites a reflection on the pressure to maintain a poised exterior and whether such a stoic façade truly represents who we are inside.
As the mirror reflects a persona that feels foreign to the narrator, listeners are compelled to face their own dissonance: the difference between the self they present and the self they feel to be true. It’s a discomforting realization that leads us to question our development over time — have we lost ourselves in pursuit of fitting the mold?
Metamorphosis: Embracing The True Colors
The chorus resonates with a powerful metaphor – the butterfly, signifying transformation and rebirth. WJSN embodies the desire to shine brighter, to intensify their true colors that have been dulled by the monochrome expectations of society. But their aspiration is not for mere opulence; it’s a plea for the freedom to be intricate, dynamic, and true to oneself.
Much like the butterfly, this emancipation requires breaking free from confines that restrict growth. The lyrics indicate a conscious decision to detach from these shackles, to ‘not be tied down’ and to seek out the ‘real me.’ It’s a universal message – a reminder to reclaim our individuality in a world that, all too often, rewards conformity over uniqueness.
Wings Clipped By Doubt: The Internal Struggle
Amidst this liberating journey, WJSN does not overlook the strife — the anxiety and stagnation that haunts the pathway to self-actualization. The pre-chorus captures the inner turmoil of feeling immobilized while the world rushes on, a sentiment too familiar in the fast-paced reality of modern living. The fear of being left behind breeds a restless unease.
However, this internal conflict is not where the narrative ends; it is an obstacle to be recognized, challenged, and overcome. WJSN’s acknowledgment of such insecurities grants listeners a shared experience, validating the complexity of emotions that accompany the pursuit of freedom and authenticity.
The Hidden Meaning: Flying High, Even With Bruises
There’s a raw authenticity to the acknowledgment that the journey will not be without its trials. The lyrics convey that while the transformation into a butterfly is not synonymous with becoming flashy or showy, it still encompasses the liberty to soar, irrespective of the occasional setbacks and wounds we might sustain in the process.
This stoic acceptance that being hurt is part and parcel of the flight is what embodies the track’s hidden message: true freedom comes with its share of vulnerabilities, and embracing these vulnerabilities is integral to growth and self-discovery. WJSN reminds us that enduring these hardships is worthwhile, as it propels us even higher.
Memorable Lines: The Fear of Fading Sparkle
In a moment of introspection, WJSN ponders over the ephemerality of brilliance, asking why things that shine seem to fade with time. This poignant question touches upon the fear of losing one’s luster, the anxiety of impermanence which plagues us all in varying degrees.
The song’s bridge, resounding with wistful knowingness, compels listeners to live without regrets, to shine in the present moment — because it is only by being true to oneself that one can truly sparkle without fear of that light ever diminishing, a message as perennial as the stars WJSN yearns to fly among.
