YOU (숲) Lyrics – NCT DREAM

YOU (숲) Lyrics Meaning

[Verse 1]
The singer describes feeling breathless, with rising tension, as someone or something is calling out to them. They are surrounded by a sense of overwhelming emotions, symbolized by a spreading “blue” or vast sky. Despite the pressure, they are waiting, eager for something to unfold.

[Pre-Chorus]
Here, the singer reveals they’ve already given their heart completely and are continuously drawn toward the person they long for. Even though they’re exhausted and physically drained, they don’t feel the pain and keep running toward their goal, determined not to stop.

[Chorus]
In the chorus, the singer expresses their belief that they will find the person they are searching for, comparing the journey to finding their way through a mysterious forest. They have repeated this dream multiple times and continue to reach out, confident they’ll soon be close to the person.

[Verse 2]
This verse paints a picture of escaping from the constraints of the city, with its towering buildings and neon signs. The singer envisions finding freedom and peace in the arms of the person they’re seeking. They’ve been searching for something they lost, letting go of past regrets, and now feel ready to return to the one they truly need.

[Pre-Chorus]
The singer now describes passing through tangled thorns, with the promise of a better tomorrow. They’re captivated by the mysterious allure of the person they’re chasing, and their heart is pulled toward them like the sunlight draws a butterfly, symbolizing a sense of joyful surrender.

[Chorus]
In this repeated chorus, the singer again expresses their certainty that they will find the person in the enigmatic forest of their dreams. They are eager to feel close to them and extend their hand, believing they will soon touch what they’ve been yearning for.

[Interlude]
This brief moment expresses the singer’s understanding of their feelings. They confidently acknowledge their journey and desire, knowing that others might not understand the depth of their connection, but they’re fully immersed in the experience of being with the person.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, the singer describes the natural beauty of the forest—the dense trees and fresh winds—symbolizing the pure, vibrant feeling they have when with the person they seek. They see this person as a shining, youthful presence, representing the best part of their journey.

[Chorus]
This final chorus speaks to a deeper connection, with the singer feeling even more drawn to the person and dreaming of a future with them. They express certainty that, no matter how deep the journey, they will find them and create something new together.

[Chorus]
In the closing chorus, the singer reflects on how the memories and feelings from the past continue to pull them back toward the person they need. They feel an unshakable belief that they’ve already found what they were searching for, solidifying their emotional connection.