A see-saw, in its constant motion, embodies the essence of uncertainty in life. It serves as a poignant metaphor for the unpredictable nature of our journey, where unexpected twists and turns continually challenge us to adapt to its changes.
Furthermore, the it represents the pivotal role of choice and decision in our lives. Just as we decide how much force to exert to keep the balance, our choices can tip the scales toward different outcomes, determining our path.
Additionally, for some, it carries a sense of nostalgia, evoking memories of carefree youth. It symbolizes a time when life was simpler and filled with innocence, reminding us of the playful days of our past.
Ultimately, the rhythmic movement of the see-saw serves as a powerful metaphor for change. It mirrors the passage of time and underscores the inevitability of life's perpetual flux, urging us to embrace and navigate the ever-shifting landscape with resilience and grace.
See-Saw
The song See-Saw by The Rose conveys a comforting message to a loved one going through a difficult time. The lyrics depict a conversation between two people, in which the narrator assures the listener that they are there for them and that everything will be okay. They express their desire to say the words the listener wants to hear and acknowledge the fluctuating emotions the listener experiences throughout the day.
The pre-chorus illustrates the narrator's resilience in facing challenges, even when they feel uncertain. The chorus reflects the perspective of the listener and their inner struggle. They wonder how to deal with their frustrating and suffocating emotions and question whether they can rediscover the happiness and laughter they once had. They compare their situation to a see-saw with different ends, symbolizing the imbalance they feel.
In the second verse, the narrator switches roles and reassures the listener that they are there for them. The chorus is repeated twice to amplify the listener's perspective and their longing for relief.
Annyeong, naya
Yeogi
Nan gwaenchana
Geokjeongma
Naega jeil deutgopeun mal
Haru jongil gamjeongi
Oreurak naerirak hae
Maebeon beotigo tto beotyeobwado gyeolguk giureojin
Naui jungsimi tto dasi kkeokkigo
Nan eotteokajyo
I dapdapan maeum dasi samkigo
Doraolkkayo
Yejeone utdeon naui moseubeuro
Gwaenchaneulkkayo
Yangjjogui kkeuchi dareun sisocheoreom
Mugereul deoreojwoyo cheoncheonhi jogeumssik
Can I make it better
Neomu apayo
Hello, it's me
I'm here
And you're okay
Don't worry
Nega jeil deutgopeun mal
Haru jongil haejulge
Gamjeongui gibok eopge
Maebeon beotigo tto beotyeojwoseo jeongmal gomawo
Naega neoui jungsimi doeeo julge
Naega eotteokaeya
Ne dapdapan maeumeul hearilkka
Neon doraol geoya
Yejeone utdeon neoui moseubeuro
Gwaenchaneul geoya
Yangjjogui kkeuchi dareun sisocheoreom
Mugereul deoreo julge
Cheoncheonhi
Naega eotteokaeya
Ne dapdapan maeumeul hearilkka
Neon doraol geoya
Yejeonui utdeon neoui moseubeuro
Gwaenchaneul geoya
Yangjjogui kkeuchi dareun sisocheoreom
Mugereul deoreo julge cheoncheonhi jogeumssik
Cause we'll make it better
Geokjeonghajima
Hi, it´s me
here
Iim fine
Don´t worry
What i want to hear the most
Emotions all day long
It´s going up and down
Everytime I endure, and endure again
I end up tilting, my centre is broken again
What should I do ?
I´ll swallow this frustration again
Will I be back ?
The way I used to laugh
Will that be okay ?
Like a see-saw with different ends
Ease the weight, slowly, little by little
Can I make it better
It hurt´s so much
Hello, it's me
I'm here
And you're okay
Don't worry
What do you want to heat the most ?
I´ll do it for you all day
with no ups and downs
Thank you so much for enduring every time, and enduring again I´ll be youre centre . What should I do ?
Will I understand you´re frustration
You´ll be back
to the way you used to laugh
It´s gonna be okay Like a seesaw with diffrent ends
I´ll relieve the weight off you,
Slowly
What should I do ?
Will I understand you´re frustration
You´ll be back
to the way you used to laugh
It´s gonna be okay
Like a see-saw with diffrent ends I´ll relieve the weight off you, slowly little by little
Cause we'll make it better
Don´t worry
