そしてパレードは続く <LiSA> Lyrics Analysis
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Core Theme and Message
“そしてパレードは続く” (And the Parade Continues) is a high-energy anthem that serves as the spiritual centerpiece of LiSA’s album LiTTLE DEViL PARADE. To understand this song, one must understand the concept of the “Little Devil”—the small, negative emotions, complexes, and “non-standard” parts of our personalities that we often try to hide. Instead of suppressing these “devils,” the song encourages us to take them out and make them part of our life’s parade.
The central message is one of radical self-acceptance and persistent movement. It posits that life doesn’t require a “correct answer” or perfection; rather, it requires the courage to keep moving forward (the “parade”) even when you are lost, imperfect, or feeling “not quite right.” The song is an invitation from LiSA to her listeners to stop seeking permission to be themselves and to start living “aggressively” and joyfully.
The Song Title: “And the Parade Continues” The title implies that there is no final destination or “end” to this journey of self-expression. A parade is a moving, living thing. By saying it “continues,” the song suggests that even after the music stops or a specific phase of life ends, the spirit of the parade—the act of living authentically—persists indefinitely.
Lyrics Analysis
First Section: The Wandering Start
僕らGO EAST GO WEST どこまで行けるだろう?
既に絶好絶頂かましまくりだけどHey Hey Hey
バースデーもハロウィーンも関係ないけどOK
三角帽も余裕で許しちゃうんだぜ
整列も点呼も要らないよとにかくOK
キミが「好き」って言えるなら
僕の声がちゃんと聞こえるかい? (Of course! I'm with you!)
一人で泣いちゃったりしてないかい? (Of course! I'm with you!)
目に見えるものが多すぎて収集がつかないなら、こっちだけ見てれば?
(1,2, ready go!) Translation
We're going EAST, going WEST—I wonder how far we can go?
We're already riding this peak of excitement, Hey Hey Hey!
Birthdays or Halloween, it doesn't matter, it's all OK
Even wearing a party hat is totally fine with me!
No need for lines, no need for roll calls, it's all OK
As long as you can say, "I love this!"
Can you hear my voice loud and clear? (Of course! I'm with you!)
Have you been crying all by yourself lately? (Of course! I'm with you!)
If there's too much going on and you can't keep track, why not just look at me?
(1,2, ready go!)Interpretation:
- Imagery and Symbolism: The “East and West” directionality symbolizes a lack of a fixed path, emphasizing freedom over destination. The “triangular hat” (party hat) represents the “non-standard” or slightly silly things people do to express themselves.
- Rhetorical Devices: The song uses a direct dialogue/call-and-response structure (“Can you hear my voice?”) to break the fourth wall and connect LiSA directly to the listener.
- Language Feature: The phrase “かましまくり” (kamashi-makuri) is a very casual, energetic way to describe doing something intensely or “going all out,” setting a high-octane, informal tone.
Second Section: The First Declaration
正解なんてどれでもいいじゃないか ほら行こう!
継続宣言 無理やり青信号
僕らの生命声明はここだ!
完璧なんてほど遠いけどなんかすばらしい!
Life is So Aggressive 今を楽しもう
きっとこの先もまだワクワクできるから
各自 愛・希望・自信を持って進みたまえ
こちらですRUN! RUN! RUN! Translation
Who cares which "right answer" you pick? Come on, let's go!
A declaration of continuity: forcing a green light!
This is our life's manifesto!
We're a long way from perfect, but somehow, it's wonderful!
Life is So Aggressive—let's enjoy the "now"!
Because there's surely more excitement waiting ahead.
Everyone, march forward with love, hope, and confidence!
Follow me! RUN! RUN! RUN!Interpretation:
- Metaphor: “Forcing a green light” (無理やり青信号) is a powerful metaphor for agency. When the world or your own doubts present a “red light,” you choose to turn it green through sheer willpower.
- Wordplay/Concept: “生命声明” (Seimei Seimei) is a clever play on words. While it sounds like “Life Statement,” it carries a heavy, visceral weight of “declaring one’s very existence.”
- Core Philosophy: The phrase “Life is So Aggressive” recontextualizes “aggression” not as violence, but as an intense, proactive engagement with existence.
Third Section: Embracing the Imperfect
あれっ?って GO EAST? GO WEST? 時には迷うだろう
それも極上エッセンス 突破甲斐がありすぎるHey Hey Hey
クラップしたり はしゃいだり ピッチを外したりもOK
僕のせいにしてやらかしちゃえ
バイバイするのももったいないよね?(I'll be missing you)
シュンシュンするのも性に合わないよね?(I'll be missing you)
終わりが来るのは便宜上だからさ 時間を騙そうぜBaby!
どこにいたって繋がれるはずでしょ? Translation
"Huh?"—Going East? Going West? You'll get lost sometimes, won't you?
But even that is the finest essence; it's more than worth the struggle! Hey Hey Hey!
Clapping, frolicking, or even hitting a wrong note—it's all OK!
Just blame it on me and make a mess of things!
It's such a waste to say goodbye, isn't it? (I'll be missing you)
Feeling down and gloomy doesn't suit you at all, does it? (I'll be missing you)
Endings only exist for convenience; let's cheat time, Baby!
No matter where we are, we should be able to stay connected, right?Interpretation:
- Imagery: The “wrong pitch” (hitting a bad note) is a musical metaphor for life’s mistakes, suggesting that imperfections are part of the performance.
- Language Feature (Onomatopoeia): “シュンシュン” (Shun-shun) describes the feeling of being dejected or “deflated,” providing a soft contrast to the song’s high energy.
- Attitude: The line “Blame it on me” (僕のせいにしてやらかしちゃえ) offers a sense of psychological safety, encouraging the listener to take risks.
Fourth Section: The Grand Parade (Climax)
続くって言ったら続くんだ 僕が保証するから続くんだ
僕らのシンボルかざしたら それはきっと本当になる
じゃあ決定決行 連れてっちゃうよ きつねも たぬきも ロボットとかオバケも
キミ、キミ、キミ、キミ、キミ、キミ、キミ、キミ、キミ、キミ、キミ…キミも!
そう、一緒だから!
(1,2, ready go!)
正解なんてどれでもいいじゃないか ほら行こう!
継続宣言 無理やり青信号
僕らの生命声明はここだ!
完璧なんてほど遠いけどなんかすばらしい!
Life is So Aggressive 今を楽しもう
きっとこの先もまだワクワクできるから
各自 愛・希望・自信を持って進みたまえ
こちらですRUN! RUN! RUN!
ちょっと休んだらRUN! RUN! RUN!
We can! パレードはRUN! RUN! RUN!
まだ続きますRUN! RUN! RUN! Translation
If I say it continues, then it continues—I guarantee it!
If we hold our symbol high, then it will surely become true.
Now, it's decided and set in motion! I'm taking everyone with me—the foxes, the tanuki, the robots, and even the ghosts!
You, you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you... YOU too!
Yeah, because we're in this together!
(1,2, ready go!)
Who cares which "right answer" you pick? Come on, let's go!
A declaration of continuity: forcing a green light!
This is our life's manifesto!
We're a long way from perfect, but somehow, it's wonderful!
Life is So Aggressive—let's enjoy the "now"!
Because there's surely more excitement waiting ahead.
Everyone, march forward with love, hope, and confidence!
Follow me! RUN! RUN! RUN!
Even if you rest a bit, RUN! RUN! RUN!
We can! The parade is RUN! RUN! RUN!
It's still continuing, RUN! RUN! RUN!Interpretation:
- Narrative Climax: The repetition of “Kimi” (You) builds an overwhelming sense of inclusion, pulling the individual listener into the massive group.
- Symbolism (The Characters): The mention of “Kitsune” (Foxes), “Tanuki,” “Robots,” and “Ghosts” represents the diverse “Little Devils”—the misfits and the unique parts of everyone—that all belong in this parade.
- Escalation of the Chorus: In this second chorus, the song adds layers of resilience. Phrases like “Even if you rest a bit” (ちょっと休んだら) and “We can!” (We can!) transform the song from a simple command to a sustainable, collective movement. It acknowledges that the parade isn’t a sprint, but a continuous journey that allows for human needs.
Fifth Section: Outro
さあ 繰り返せRUN! RUN! RUN!Translation
Come on, repeat it! RUN! RUN! RUN!Interpretation:
- The final command “Repeat it!” reinforces the cyclical nature of the song and the theme of continuity. The parade doesn’t end with the last note; it is meant to be carried back into the listener’s daily life.
Narrative Structure and Perspective
- Perspective: The song is written from a first-person perspective (LiSA as the narrator/leader). She acts as a guide or a parade leader who is walking alongside the listener, rather than looking down on them from a stage.
- Timeline: The timeline is cyclical and continuous. It starts with the uncertainty of direction (“East or West?”) and ends with the command to “repeat” the run. This reinforces the idea that the parade has no fixed end.
- Character/Relationship: The relationship is one of companionship. The narrator acknowledges the listener’s pain (“Are you crying alone?”) and offers a shared space where mistakes are permitted and “wrong notes” are part of the fun.
Emotional Layers and Atmosphere
- Emotional Tone: The tone is exuberant, defiant, and fiercely optimistic. It is not a “fake” happiness; it is a “defiant” happiness that acknowledges sadness, mistakes, and confusion, and chooses to move through them anyway.
- Climax: The climax occurs during the final build-up, where the “Kimi, kimi, kimi…” section creates a rhythmic, hypnotic momentum that makes the listener feel like they are being physically swept up into a moving crowd.
- Audience Resonance: The song resonates by validating the listener’s “imperfect” self. It provides an emotional outlet for those who feel they don’t fit the “correct” mold of society.
- Original Language Feel: The use of Japanese imperative forms (commands like “進みたまえ” and “繰り返せ”) combined with high-energy rock instrumentation creates a sense of “commanding joy”—an authoritative but loving push to keep living.
Summary
“そしてパレードは続く” is more than just a rock song; it is a manifesto for living an authentic, “aggressive” life. By embracing our “Little Devils”—our flaws, our weirdness, and our mistakes—we turn the struggle of existence into a celebratory parade. Through LiSA’s powerful vocals and the song’s relentless momentum, the listener is reminded that as long as we keep moving, the music, the joy, and the parade will never truly end.