Rain Drop Lyrics (English Translation) – NCT 127

Rain Drop (English Translation) Lyrics Meaning

[Verse 1]
The singer contemplates the irreversible nature of their decisions, realizing it’s too late for regrets. Amidst a deep, rainy night, they struggle with conflicting thoughts and emotions, seeking solace in the quietness and the soothing melody of the rain. The repetition of desires and reflections on what was wanted but ultimately attained add a layer of introspection and longing.

[Pre-Chorus]
Returning to the night cityscape brings forth memories that are clear yet fragile. The singer recalls days spent navigating between dreams and reality, reluctant to lose themselves in the transient flickers of broken lights obscured by the rain. It’s a moment of reflection on the past and its impact on their present state of mind.

[Chorus]
Despite the cold and the detachment felt, there’s a peculiar comfort in the emotional depth experienced. The raindrops, described as both beautiful and harsh, mirror the singer’s complex feelings. There’s a sincerity in their emotional stance, yet an underlying indifference to the external world, emphasized by the metaphorical interaction with the keyboard touched by the nocturnal stillness.

[Verse 2]
The difficulty of fully expressing inner turmoil and thoughts becomes evident. The singer acknowledges the inadequacy of words to capture their state of mind. They attempt to find peace amidst the overwhelming influx of reality, grappling with the past and pondering an uncertain future without conventional norms or expectations.

[Pre-Chorus (repeated)]
The desire to remain unaffected by the distractions of the night intensifies. The singer strives to maintain composure, despite feeling on the verge of emotional breakdown. The metaphor of the “broken” signs due to rain further underscores their struggle with external influences and internal conflicts.

[Chorus (repeated)]
The cold night continues to offer a paradoxical warmth of familiarity and emotional refuge. The singer navigates their inner maze, finding solace in the introspective journey shaped by the quietude of the night and the haunting echoes of raindrops on the keyboard.

[Bridge]
Confronting inevitable emotions head-on, the singer recognizes the rising tide of feelings they can no longer avoid. They face this emotional deluge with a mixture of acceptance and reluctance, reflecting on the soothing power of rain’s sound that lulls them to sleep. There’s a longing to return to a simpler time, symbolized by the desire to turn back the clock and regain clarity amidst life’s complexities.

[Final Chorus]
Emotions persist as a constant companion through the cold night. The singer’s outward demeanor remains detached and expressionless, yet inside, they navigate their intricate emotional landscape. The imagery of a personal maze and the nocturnal keyboard’s influence on their thoughts signify a deep connection to their inner world, resonating with the recurring motif of raindrops as a metaphor for emotional resonance and reflection.