눈 (Eye)

Song Meaning

The lyrics paint a picture of navigating the harsh realities of the music industry, particularly within hip-hop, starting from the winter of 2016. The narrator recalls early aspirations, meeting older rappers who seemed knowledgeable, and the disillusionment that followed when realizing they weren't so different. This sets up a core tension: the world is full of conflict and negativity, leading to a desire to shut out the noise. The repeated refrain, "Close your eyes / 눈을 감아 그저 난 / 모두 보려할 때" and "Close your eyes / 입을 닫아 그저 난 / 모두 말을 할 때," suggests a coping mechanism – to disengage when overwhelmed by what others see or say. It's a strategy to maintain internal peace amidst external chaos. The narrator grapples with self-doubt and the struggle to find their place, particularly in the winter of 2017. They admit to externalizing problems and feeling uncertain about their path, questioning if life will align with their efforts. The advice to "랩이나 열심히 해" (just do rap diligently) and "작업실에 들어가서 / 연습하고 있어" (go into the studio / I'm practicing) highlights a dedication to craft as a refuge. Yet, the lyrics acknowledge persistent temptations and the presence of "모기같은 놈들" (mosquito-like people) who drain energy and inflict harm, urging the narrator to stay true to their course without conforming. A significant theme is the disillusionment with the pursuit of dreams, especially within the hip-hop scene. The narrator notes that "환상들은 깨져 / 하지만 새로운 환상 가지고 살아가지" (illusions break / but we live with new illusions), a cycle that requires resilience, "무뎌지면 안돼 살아가려면" (you can't become numb if you want to live). There's a critique of those who exploit the scene for personal gain, referred to as "공장에 취직한 감성팔이들" (emotional sellers hired in a factory) and rappers who "빌붙는" (cling on). The narrator questions their own pronouncements, admitting "난 모르겠네 이젠 나의 편이 적어지고" (I don't know anymore, my allies are fewer now), revealing a profound sense of isolation and uncertainty about their own impact and message.