Silent Cry by STRAY KIDS Lyrics Meaning – Unpacking the Silent Screams of Solitude
Lyrics
웃고 있는데 들리는 네 말에
You always say “I’m okay” 하지만 다 보여
너의 마음속 외로이 흐느끼는 너
조용한 방 불을 끄고 나면
환하게 웃고 있던 넌 점점 시들어가
아무도 없는 빈 공간
가끔 긴 한숨만 들리는 밤
너의 마음속 외로이 흐느끼는 너
현실에 메마른 눈 ey
네 마음속의 오아시스 따위는 보이지 않아
여전히 헤매는 you (ah)
내가 한 발 가까이 다가가 ooh
말없이 외치는 너의 목소리를 내가 들어 줄게
맘속 한 켠에서 길을 잃어 더는 지치지 않게
서툴게 닫아둔 너라는 그 공간 문틈 사이로
내게만 들리는 silent cry
그동안 숨겨둔 silent cry
조용히 감춰둔 너의 눈물을 이젠 보여도 돼
내게 whoa whoa whoa, oh whoa whoa whoa
익숙해진 혼잣말 이제는 내게도 들려줄래
너만 아파하지 마
내게 줘 네 silent cry, whoa
같이 울어 줄게 (줄게)
그만 참고 let it go, go, go
힘 빠지면 잡아 줄게 (줄게)
기대기만 해 ’cause I won’t let you go
참기만 하는 것도 쉽지 않은 것 같아
혼자서 노력해도 안 될 때도 많은데
넌 웃고 싶지 않은데도 웃고 있어 왜
“괜찮아”라는 말은 내가 대신 해줄게
말없이 외치는 너의 목소리를 내가 들어 줄게
맘속 한 켠에서 길을 잃어 더는 지치지 않게
서툴게 닫아둔 너라는 그 공간 문틈 사이로
내게만 들리는 silent cry
그동안 숨겨둔 silent cry
조용히 감춰둔 너의 눈물을 이젠 보여도 돼
내게 whoa whoa whoa, oh whoa whoa whoa
익숙해진 혼잣말 이제는 내게도 들려줄래
너만 아파하지 마 (아파하지 마)
너의 맘속에 비가 내릴 때
내가 같이 맞아 줄게
버티고만 있지 마 내가 우산을 펼게
벅차오르는 눈물을 막기에는 벅차 보여
빗물이 고여 빗물이 고여 모든 일이 꼬여
밝은 너의 뒤에 어두운 그림자
내게 들켜도 돼 숨기지 마
Silent cry
Silent cry
내게만 들리는 silent cry
그동안 숨겨둔 silent cry
조용히 감춰둔 너의 눈물을 이젠 보여도 돼
내게 whoa whoa whoa, oh whoa whoa whoa
익숙해진 혼잣말 이제는 내게도 들려줄래
너만 아파하지 마
내게 줘 네 silent cry, whoa
In a world increasingly connected through digital interfaces, the meaning of genuine emotional connection can easily become diluted. STRAY KIDS, a South Korean powerhouse in the contemporary music scene, bravely journeys into the intimate spaces of silent suffering in their profound track ‘Silent Cry.’
Through a blend of evocative lyrics and visceral musicality, the song explores themes of loneliness, the stoicism expected in times of pain, and the powerful release through vulnerability. The track stands as a testament to the shared yet often unspoken experiences of emotional struggle and the profound need for empathy and understanding.
The Searing Pain Behind a Smile: Diving into the Lyrics
The dichotomy between external happiness and internal anguish is starkly presented in ‘Silent Cry.’ The opening lines paint the picture of someone who appears content, declaring their ‘okay’ status, yet hiding a deeper reality of a ‘silent cry’—a metaphor for the quiet desperation felt when alone.
This notion mirrors how individuals often mask their true feelings in social settings, pressured by societal norms to maintain a façade of contentment. STRAY KIDS dissects this duplicity with poignant lyricism, allowing listeners to confront their own masked emotions.
Echoes in the Night: The Empty Spaces We All Know
The imagery utilized in ‘Silent Cry’ of ‘a quiet room’ where ‘the laughter fades’ captures the emptiness many feel once the distractions of the day are gone. It’s in this solitude that the song places its focus, singing about the ‘long sighs’ heard in the night—emblems of forsaken relief.
In recognizing these universal moments of solitude, STRAY KIDS fosters a connection with the listener, inviting them to acknowledge the often ignored, yet palpable, cries of the heart that emerge in silence.
The Oasis in a Wasteland of Pretense
Despite the stark landscape of ‘reality with dry eyes,’ there’s a call for an oasis—a refuge from the aridity of pretense. STRAY KIDS extends a hand with lyrics promising to listen to the ‘silent cry’ and be the solace in the emotional desert.
‘I will catch you if you fall,’ they sing, crafting an anthem for mutual support and giving listeners a sense of hope. The message is clear: there is rest and rescue to be found for those who are weary of wearing a mask.
A Chorus of Comfort: STRAY KIDS Offers an Umbrella in the Rain
‘Silent Cry’ hits an emotional crescendo as it delves into collective empathy. The group vows to share the burden of one’s inner turmoil, to ‘cry together,’ and to ‘let it go.’
In inviting the opening up of one’s internal storm and offering to ‘open an umbrella,’ STRAY KIDS champions the noble act of vulnerability, encouraging listeners to embrace the strength in seeking and receiving support.
Lifting the Veil on ‘Silent Cry’: Uncovering the Hidden Meaning
Beyond the surface, ‘Silent Cry’ can be interpreted as a mirror reflecting society’s broader issues around mental health. STRAY KIDS offers a message that is both intimate and universal: it’s okay not to be okay.
Through the intimate confessional of ‘Silent Cry,’ STRAY KIDS sends an important reminder that the dialogue on mental health shouldn’t be shrouded in secrecy and that the path to healing can often begin with a simple, yet profound acknowledgment of one’s truth.
