Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the captivating world of King Gnu's "どろん" to explore modern anxieties and complex emotions through its unique Japanese lyrics. This song offers an excellent opportunity to learn nuanced expressions of loneliness and societal critiques, wrapped in King Gnu's signature blend of alternative rock and pop. Its intricate rhythm and poignant message make it a truly special piece for language learners and music enthusiasts alike.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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期限 /kigen/ B2 |
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蚊帳 /kaya/ B2 |
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傷 /kizu/ B1 |
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守る /mamoru/ B1 |
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孤独 /kodoku/ B2 |
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社会 /shakai/ B1 |
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信じる /shinjiru/ B1 |
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大事 /daiji/ B2 |
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切り捨てる /kirisuteru/ C1 |
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記憶 /kioku/ B2 |
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不条理 /fujōri/ C1 |
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大恋愛 /dairenai/ B2 |
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飛ぶ /tobu/ A2 |
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落ちる /ochiru/ A2 |
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待つ /matsu/ A1 |
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事 /koto/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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いつだって期限付きなんだ
➔ だ + な form for explanatory tone
➔ The phrase combines だ (copula) with な to assert or explain a statement.
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血走って噛み付いた
➔ て-form + いる: ongoing or resultant state
➔ The ています form shows that the action is either ongoing or has resulted in a certain state.
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面の皮取り繕って
➔ て-form + いる: ongoing or continuous action
➔ Using ている with 取り繕って indicates an ongoing or repeated action of covering or pretending.
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無情に回り続ける社会
➔ に + 続ける: to continue doing something
➔ The verb continues with 続ける to express the ongoing nature of the society's relentless cycle.
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知らずのうち葬られようが
➔ ようが: even if / although
➔ The structure ようが introduces a concessive clause, implying despite the fact or possibility.
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後には引けやしないんだ
➔ やしない ~ ない: colloquial form of emphasis (not at all or won't)
➔ The phrase indicates a firm resolve or inability to back down, emphasizing the negation colloquially.
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