Can't We Just Leave The Monster Alive?

⋆ Genre: Tropical House

⋆ Producing Credits: Wonderkid, Shin Kung

⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Wonderkid, Shin Kung, Melanie Joy Fontana, Michel "Lindgren" Schulz, ADORA, "Hitman" Bang, Jeon Soo Kyung

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ABOUT/MEANING: ‘Can’t We Just Leave the Monster Alive’ uses the metaphor of a video game to capture the boys'* reluctance to face the “monster” of growing up. They long to remain in their magical, carefree world for a little longer, hoping to delay the “boss level” of adolescent responsibilities and anxieties - such as the pressures of self-identity and future expectations. The song beautifully conveys the tension between holding on to the innocence of youth and the inevitability of change that comes with maturity. It introduces a level of self-awareness, showcasing the boys' inner conflict as they begin to realize that their youthful bond and ideals can’t shield them from the challenges of growing up.

*For further context on the song check out 'The Dream Chapter: MAGIC' album summary

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LYRICS - ENGLISH TRANSLATION (translations by @translatingTXT)

The tangled bush, the maze of darkness

Passing through them, I encountered a forest

This repeating moment

The ending that appeared before my eyes

Oh, please stop for a moment

This given ending can be pushed back

I want to go back

Now for the final boss

I push my fearful heart behind me

I want to enjoy this world a bit more, this moment

Now, riding this dragon

Fly away

Find that hidden easter egg

Yeah baby I’ll find that

Alright, if I could stay here

Forever in this time and space

I’d take a vacation in this dungeon

Now throw away all weapons

Just jump into the festival

It will be alright, alright, alright

(Alright)

It will be alright, alright, alright

(Alright)

It will be alright, alright, alright

If I throw away all the weapons

If I give up the stats

Can we just leave the monster alive?

You can become the hero

And I’ll become the monster now

Let's break away from our boring roles and become each other

Even if I'm cut with a sword, I don't feel anything

Here, it’s just thrilling

I won’t hurt you

Now if you don’t like it

We can just reset

Shall we hide in this game?

Alright, if I could stay here

Forever in this time and space

I’d take a vacation in this dungeon

This place we ran away to

Forever, just stay

It will be alright, alright, alright

(Alright)

It will be alright, alright, alright

(Alright)

It will be alright, alright, alright

Do I have to beat this stage? Grow up?

In order to do well

I want to live as a boy forever

Oh the dark maze

The tangled twisted bushes

Oh, the monster in the forest

I like them

Alright even if you call me a bug in a malfunctioning error

The fixed path is boring

This place we ran away to

Forever, just stay

It will be alright, alright, alright

(Alright)

It will be alright, alright, alright

(Alright)

It will be alright, alright, alright

It’s a fatal error

But it’s peaceful (Alright)

Just stop time for a moment

Oh I want to stay (Alright)

(Alright)

It will be alright, alright, alright

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Helpful Context (Album Summary): 'The Dream Chapter: Magic' continues the boys’ journey as they embrace the boundless possibilities of youth. Defying expectations, they explore new experiences - young love, adventure, and the freedom to be themselves. In this magical space, they find both escape and empowerment, further solidifying their bond as they face the emotional chaos of adolescence. The album celebrates the spirit of adolescence: a time of wonder, youthful rebellion, and self-discovery, where “magic” offers both escape and endless possibility.

Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): The Dream Chapter trilogy follows five boys, united by one dream, navigating the transition from childhood to adolescence. Set in a dreamlike world, through themes of friendship, self-discovery, and emotional growth, the albums explore the complexities of this pivotal time in life. The series also mirrors TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s own journey as artists, reflecting their evolution from trainees to debut artists and their pursuit of dreams.

*In the context of TXT’s discography, the term ‘boy’/‘boys’ are used to represent both the members themselves as well as serve as generalized protagonists embodying the universal experiences of youth.