Be the light – English Lyrics
Lyrics & Translation
"Be the Light" by ONE OK ROCK is more than just a song; it's an emotional journey that teaches the importance of unity and inner strength. Through its poignant lyrics and the band's signature rock sound, you'll discover how music can help you navigate through difficult times and inspire you to spread positivity. Explore the depths of this moving anthem and learn how to 'be the light' in your own life and the lives of others.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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thought /θɔt/ B1 |
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pain /peɪn/ A2 |
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light /laɪt/ A1 |
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shoulder /ˈʃoʊldər/ B1 |
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heart /hɑrt/ A2 |
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day /deɪ/ A1 |
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change /tʃeɪndʒ/ A2 |
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forget /fərˈɡɛt/ B1 |
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realize /ˈriːəlaɪz/ B2 |
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hope /hoʊp/ A2 |
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tomorrow /təˈmɔroʊ/ A1 |
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unforgettable /ˌʌnfərˈɡɛtəbl/ B2 |
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better /ˈbɛtər/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Even though the days go on
➔ Subordinate conjunction "even though" introduces a contrast clause.
➔ It shows contrast between the ongoing days and the emotional state.
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You have seen hell and made it back again
➔ Present perfect tense "have seen" and "have made" to indicate experience and completed actions.
➔ It emphasizes the experience of facing and overcoming difficult situations.
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Time won't stop
➔ Future simple tense "won't stop" to express that time is ongoing and unstoppable.
➔ It indicates that time is ongoing and perpetual, regardless of circumstances.
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Let's make tomorrow a brighter and better day
➔ Imperative mood "Let's" + base verb "make" to suggest a joint action or proposal.
➔ It expresses a suggestion or encouragement for collective action towards a better future.
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Every day is a new beginning
➔ Simple present "is" to state a general truth or fact.
➔ It states a universal truth that each day can be viewed as a new opportunity.
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Open your eyes and look for light
➔ Imperative verbs "Open" and "look" instruct direct action.
➔ It is giving a direct instruction to take action—literally to see and seek enlightenment.
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And keep it up and not give up
➔ Coordinating conjunction "and" with imperative phrase "keep it up" and infinitive "not give up".
➔ It encourages persistence and resilience in the face of challenges.
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We can't choose the reason why
➔ Negative modal "can't" + base verb "choose" to express inability or impossibility.
➔ It shows that some things are beyond our control or choice.
Album: 人生×僕= / JINSEI KAKETE BOKU WA
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