Lyrics and translation from: phonon-belt.dreamwidth.org/27... Album: Switched-On Lotus (2004) Please support Hirasawa and purchase his music: shop.teslakite.com/intnl/
This translation conveys only half the meaning of the lyrics. Discard the body and return the borrowed soul to the fountain of life. Life is repeated, like a lotus flower cycle.
: Berserk OST features trans vocalists, it's undeniable given what Hirasawa's previous albums were released before it. I tend to put Hirasawa in the same conversation as 90s Bjork precisely because of these little details. As well as 80s Robert Fripp. And 70s Devo. Just - Hirasawa is a legend. A world class talent in music.
"My friend, it is not far from Byakkoya. My cold, metallic heart is bounding. This song (SWITCHED-ON LOTUS) indicates that there is a relationship between you and I. Can you remember me?" Σ-12, to Hirasawa (2006)
This song is just so beautiful, I couldn't stop the tears at the chorus sections because it just reminded me of my passed away aunt. Never have I ever been so touched by a song.
Countless nights without sleep, refering to before we were born, secrets of your dreams unfolding into neverending life and freedom. Didnt know his lyrics is as wonderfull as his melodies, the lotus seems to be an intresting symbol
Ayutthaya is a reference to the Ayutthaya ruins, which are a symbol for peace and prosperity, Sacred ground that Buddhist monks inhabit to give prayer and to bring enlightenment.