RAINBOW by TWICE Lyrics Meaning – The Chromatic Journey to Self-Belief and Liberation
Lyrics
Tell me tell me tell me 난 상관 안 해
Love me love me love me (love me) 내가 누구든
틀에 박힌 감정 (ooh) 얽매이긴 싫어 (ooh)
늦지 않았어 (ooh)
맑은 하늘 끝에 (oh) 붉은빛의 시작 (oh)
보고 싶어 고갤 들어
빛을 따라 걸었어 (oh yeah yeah)
고개 숙이지 마 고민할 거 없어 넌 너로서
충분한 가치야 너를 믿어봐 (hey)
구름 뒤에 감춰진 (oh yeah) 새로운 길을 열어봐 (oh yeah)
너의 길이 펼쳐질 (oh yeah) 넓은 하늘을 걸어봐
You can go anywhere, wherever you want
You can go anywhere, wherever you want
시간은 충분해
You can get to the purple line (oh)
Don’t look at me, look at me 난 (난)
작아져 더 그들의 눈빛 속에
Don’t ask me, ask me what (what)
알잖아 넌 차가운 행동 속에
꺼내줘 I, I, I 구해줘 my, my, my
지켜줘 날 기억해 난 그들과 다르지 않다는 걸
고개 숙이지 마 고민할 거 없어 넌 너로서
충분한 가치야 너를 믿어봐
구름 뒤에 감춰진 (oh oh) 새로운 길을 열어봐 (oh oh)
너의 길이 펼쳐질 (oh yeah) 넓은 하늘을 걸어봐 (oh oh)
You can go anywhere, wherever you want
You can go anywhere, wherever you want
시간은 충분해 (ooh yeah yeah)
You can get to the purple line (whoa ooh ooh)
가끔 좀 두렵더라도 넓은 세상을 바라봐
네게 집중해 널 가둬두지 마
너를 믿고 달려가
구름 뒤에 감춰진 새로운 길을 열어봐
너의 길이 펼쳐질 넓은 하늘을 걸어봐
You can go anywhere, wherever you want
You can go anywhere, wherever you want
시간은 충분해 (시간은 충분해)
You can get to the purple line
TWICE’s song ‘RAINBOW’ isn’t just a melodic triumph—it’s a manifesto for self-identity and the courage to defy conformity. In a world that often pressures individuals to fit within certain parameters, TWICE presents a narrative of resistance—a reminder that personal worth isn’t contingent on societal acceptance.
Through a colorful tapestry of lyrical precision and emotive harmonization, TWICE creates a sonic landscape that invites listeners to embark on a journey towards self-discovery. Let’s dive into the variegated layers of ‘RAINBOW,’ analyzing its heartfelt message and unveiling the potency of its verses.
Breaking Free from the Prism of Expectation
The initial verse ‘Tell me, tell me, tell me, 난 상관 안 해 / Love me, love me, love me (love me) 내가 누구든’ (Tell me, tell me, I don’t care / Love me, love me, whoever I am) lays the groundwork for a discourse on indifference towards judgment. TWICE declares a stance of defiance against the rigid molds of emotion and societal norms, advocating for the freedom to be one’s authentic self without the shroud of external validation.
This empowering message escalates as they encourage us to lift our heads high and seek the beginnings of a crimson dawn at the ‘맑은 하늘 끝에’ (clear sky’s end), symbolizing a new chapter, one painted with the bold strokes of self-assurance and the dawn of a newfound identity beyond barriers.
Embark on a Voyage Across the Azure Expanse
The chorus ‘구름 뒤에 감춰진 (oh yeah) 새로운 길을 열어봐 (oh yeah) / 너의 길이 펼쳐질 (oh yeah) 넓은 하늘을 걸어봐’ (Open a new path hidden behind the clouds / Walk the wide sky where your road unfolds) serves as an anthem for adventure and discovery. TWICE invites listeners to take bold strides into the great expanse, symbolized by the ‘wide sky,’ alluding to the limitless potential that lies ahead when one embraces their true path.
The repetition of ‘You can go anywhere, wherever you want’ is not just a gentle nudge but a clarion call to action. The destination isn’t just a location; it’s a metaphor for reaching a mental state where the listener feels unconstrained and emancipated from previous boundaries.
Finding Sanctuary in the Song’s Hidden Meanings
The inner essence of ‘RAINBOW’ speaks to a deeper introspection as TWICE touches on the internal conflict of ‘작아져 더 그들의 눈빛 속에’ (shrinking further in their stares). There is an intimate confession to the vulnerability that comes with exposure to scrutiny—the fear that one’s sense of self can diminish under the heavy gaze of judgment.
Yet, in tandem with this vulnerability, the line ‘지켜줘 날 기억해 난 그들과 다르지 않다는 걸’ (Protect me, remember that I’m not different from them) extols the virtues of individuality. This highlights the dichotomy of seeking recognition for one’s unique qualities while also underscoring our universal desire for acceptance, as complex as the spectrum of colors in a rainbow.
Memorable Lines That Stitch the Fabric of ‘RAINBOW’
Perhaps one of the most striking lines in ‘RAINBOW’ is ‘You can get to the purple line,’ an idiosyncratic phrase that captures attention with both its visual and symbolic implications. Purple, often associated with royalty, wisdom, and dignity, implies reaching a pinnacle of personal development—a journey through the spectrum that leads to the realization of one’s noblest aspirations.
Additionally, the rallying cry to ‘네게 집중해 널 가둬두지 마 / 너를 믿고 달려가’ (Focus on yourself, don’t imprison yourself / Believe in yourself and run) resounds throughout the song. It’s a memorable incitement that encapsulates the song’s overall theme; a powerful reminder to trust in one’s innate potential and break free from self-imposed limitations.
The Chromatic Anthem of a Generation Seeking Identity
‘RAINBOW’ is more than a song; it’s a vibrant resonation with the collective heartbeat of a generation struggling to find and affirm its identity. It’s a mirror reflecting the fragmented light within each listener, casting spectral lines of hope and urging unity in our shared journey towards self-realization.
TWICE uses the universal language of music to stitch together a quilt of experiences, emotions, and aspirations. In doing so, they invite every listener to step into the ‘넓은 하늘’ (wide sky), unshackle their potential, and pursue the infinite rainbow that marks the horizon of their lives.
