草々不一 (Sincerely Yours) Lyrics – ロクデナシ (Rokudenashi)

草々不一 (Sincerely Yours) Lyrics Meaning

[Verse 1]
The speaker reflects on their life, feeling like they’ve spent years trying to fulfill others’ expectations. They’ve been saying things like, “Just a bit more,” or “One more step,” as they pushed forward, but it was a bit of a struggle—like a child’s stubborn tantrum. They’ve grown up now, yet feel irrelevant or out of sync with society’s expectations. Despite this, they continue each day, shifting their focus away from their own uncertain feelings and putting on a smile for others, though it doesn’t truly represent who they are inside.

[Pre-Chorus]
Here, they start to question the life they’ve been living—wondering who all their words and gestures were really meant for. Were they ever really meant for themselves? They express a deep-seated wish to have a place where they can finally release their own pent-up emotions, a safe space to cry and let their real self be seen, just for them.

[Chorus]
The days that once felt only painful and empty start to change with the arrival of this special person’s words. Their words break through the painful monotony, causing the speaker’s emotions to stir and soften. They find themselves gradually, inevitably, falling in love, feeling an intense longing for this person. Lost in the beauty of this person’s eyes, they start to drown in their feelings, unable to resist the pull of love as it deepens and consumes them.

[Verse 2]
On a rainy day, the speaker sees the weather as a reflection of their own heart—clouded and somber. They’re just waiting, hoping for a glimmer of light to break through the clouds, much like they hope for some positivity to enter their life. They feel like they’re sinking deeper, carrying the weight of a pride they can’t let go of. Despite feeling so tired, they can’t even bring themselves to say they want to quit. It’s a moment of inner conflict, as their own stubbornness holds them back.

[Pre-Chorus]
They wonder again about the purpose behind the future and dreams they were working so hard for. Whose vision were they truly working toward, and whose dreams were they trying to achieve? They start wishing for something powerful to come along, like a wave to wash away all these self-doubts and uncertainties, so they can have clarity and a fresh start.

[Chorus]
The long, painful nights are finally brightened by the other person’s words. Their heart begins to overflow with emotions they had held back for so long, and they become more and more captivated by this person. The love is so overwhelming that they find themselves unable to look away, even as they feel themselves slipping deeper into the intense emotions, unable to resist the pull.

[Post-Chorus]
Now, the speaker recognizes that their heart has found a place. They want to be the light for this person’s darkness, offering them comfort and support. In this process, new feelings are born within them—feelings of love and care that are so deep they might even blur the lines between honesty and the small lies they told themselves. A love has sprouted, sincere and real, giving them a reason to truly connect and be there for someone else.