薄明エンコード (Hakumei enkodo) Lyrics (English Translation) – 儒烏風亭らでん (Juufuutei Raden)

薄明エンコード (Hakumei enkodo) (English Translation) Lyrics Meaning

[Verse 1]
The song invites you to start a journey, leaving behind past sadness and moving forward with a refreshed self. It talks about the museum not just as a building, but a big, welcoming place full of stories and possibilities. The singer isn’t trying to be a hero in a dramatic way but wants to be someone who guides others. Even if you feel unsure, it’s okay because this place is a space where you can explore the world’s vastness and find a path that shines light on the future you dream of.

[Verse 2]
It wonders if it’s silly to create something without clear answers, but suggests that’s okay. Using the example of Hokusai, the artist’s work is like saved memories or data showing someone’s passion and life. The emotions hidden in the art connect us over time. It encourages dreaming and moving forward, believing in the present moment as a fresh start or a new self-portrait for today’s world.

[Chorus]
The chorus talks about getting ready to express feelings and ideas, linking everything the singer has learned or noticed. It celebrates the mix of new and old traditions in a special place. There’s a strong, confident call to shout out and share this spirit. It’s okay to take breaks or feel confused sometimes. The singer sees themselves as a kind of idol who crosses boundaries between past and future, expressing a unique and personal kind of love.

[Bridge]
This part brings up a simple object from home, a battledore, reminding of meaningful conversations from the past. Those moments were important, not pointless. The singer invites you to join them on this wandering, exploring journey, sharing the experience together.

[Verse 3]
Life is described as a journey with twists and turns, quoting Matsuo Basho. The song encourages starting this adventure fully, even if it means taking detours. These different experiences will make life richer and more beautiful, like watching butterflies or dragonflies flutter. It reminds you that observing and feeling inspired is free and valuable, so you can enjoy many little moments of wonder.

[Verse 4]
The singer follows colors with their eyes—these colors are signs or symbols found by others, and the museum confirms and supports them. There’s a red thread linking powerful artworks, representing dreams or goals that weren’t fulfilled but still hold meaning. The unexpected beats of life, youth, and aging all seem okay. Knowledge protects us like a shield, and the singer’s voice is their weapon, ready to face whatever comes.

[Verse 5]
The singer describes their eyes as delicate and beautiful but admits they often fail at important times. Even if their life score feels low, they accept it with a poetic name for their next life. They resist fate and connect deeply with friends or comrades. They want clear proof of their journey’s value, not to seem smart, but simply because they want to feel excited and alive—that’s what they truly love.

[Chorus]
This chorus repeats the excitement of preparing to share and express all the connections and insights gained. It highlights the pride in blending new ideas with old traditions in a special place, encouraging a loud and confident voice to make that clear. Meeting again is a comfort, and it’s okay to rest or not understand everything sometimes. The singer sees themselves as an idol who crosses different dimensions of time and space, carrying a deep and personal love that bridges the past and the future. This love is about embracing complexity, growth, and connection, making it uniquely their own. The repetition emphasizes the strength and consistency of this feeling, inviting others to join in this ongoing journey.