会いたい (Aitai) Lyrics (Romanized) – いきものがかり (Ikimono Gakari)

会いたい (Aitai) (Romanized) Lyrics Meaning

[Verse 1]
In the first verse, the singer describes the arrival of spring, a season that brings memories and nostalgia, symbolized by cherry blossoms in bloom. She remembers someone dear, a gentle soul for whom she once prayed. She recalls rushing ahead, getting on a bus without looking back, yet still finding ways to live brightly. Despite knowing it might be easier to forget, she realizes everything connects back to the memories of this person. Even though it’s painful, the memories feel precious and irreplaceable.

[Pre-Chorus]
Here, the singer wonders if her voice, filled with her longing, can reach the person she misses. The warmth of the love they shared and the memory of that person remains strongly with her, never fading away.

[Chorus]
Looking up, the singer sees the beauty of spring, fully bloomed, which makes her sadness feel almost fleeting. She finds herself smiling a little, quietly whispering her longing to the sky. The beauty of the season offers her a bittersweet comfort as she softly repeats, “I miss you.”

[Verse 2]
In this verse, she reflects on how difficult it is to move forward; she stumbles, feeling unsure with each step. Though she’s doing her best to be strong, she’s aware of the emotional wounds she carries. She has a determined spirit, even though there’s a vulnerability and sadness within her.

[Pre-Chorus]
She wants to show this loved one all the “afters” in her life, the smiles that are still possible despite everything. There’s still hope and joy within her, something she’s determined to hold onto and share.

[Chorus]
In this chorus, the singer feels her emotions well up, and she finds herself shedding happy tears. She notices the flowers blooming around her, representing life continuing on even though she often feels lonely. Though she’s surrounded by new beginnings, she still feels the urge to say, “I miss you.”

[Post-Chorus]
This soft “sayonara” or goodbye is filled with the sadness of parting but also acceptance, even if it’s difficult to let go.

[Bridge]
Even as she questions why things had to be this way, she realizes time will keep moving. Spring will come again, reminding her that life has a way of moving forward, even in the face of loss. It’s a gentle reminder of renewal and hope.

[Chorus]
In this final chorus, she raises her head, feeling the sadness but accepting that goodbyes are sometimes necessary. She reminds herself that it’s okay; she’ll cry as many times as she needs to, then find the strength to smile once again.

[Refrain]
The singer reflects on the beauty of spring again, feeling grateful and finding happiness in the memories. She hopes that one day, she can express this happiness to the person she misses. Until then, she vows to keep smiling, softly whispering her longing to the sky.

[Instrumental Outro]
The song ends with a gentle, repetitive refrain, representing the quiet yet constant presence of love and longing. It’s a peaceful conclusion to the journey of remembering and cherishing what’s been lost.