イエス (Yes)

Song Meaning

The lyrics paint a stark picture of a world where individuals are urged to connect, yet the narrator observes the grim aftermath of their efforts. The phrase "屍 掻き集めるなら新しい何かを" (If you're going to gather the corpses, then something new) suggests a cycle of destruction and rebirth, but with a heavy emphasis on the cost. The repeated "イエス" (Yes) acts as a reluctant affirmation, a forced agreement with a harsh reality. The central tension lies in the conflict between the desire for connection and the inherent isolation of the self. The narrator notes that "死ぬまで細胞は個の壁を乗り越えないだろう" (Until death, cells probably won't overcome the wall of individuality), highlighting a fundamental barrier to true unity. This leads to a critique of seeking "安直な共感" (easy empathy), which the lyrics suggest turns people into "アンドロイド" (androids), losing their genuine selves in the process. A striking image is the "凍るリング" (frozen ring) and the "コーリング音だけ響く夜" (night where only calling sounds echo). This evokes a sense of futile attempts at communication in a cold, isolating environment, where the only response is the hollow sound of a ringing phone. The lyrics then declare, "「孤独」なんてバイブルに僕らはもう用がない" (We have no use for a bible called 'loneliness' anymore), signaling a rejection of this isolating narrative, perhaps as a final, defiant act before moving on. Ultimately, the song's power comes from its unflinching gaze at the difficulty of genuine connection and the potential for self-deception in seeking it. The repeated calls to embrace the present moment – "イエス 今を" (Yes, now) and "イエス 今は そう君も" (Yes, now, you too) – serve as a desperate plea to break free from the cycle of failed connection and the illusion of easy empathy, even if it means confronting a stark, individual reality.