⋆ Genre [Source: Naver/BigHit]: Alternative Rock
⋆ Producing Credits: EL CAPITXN, HUENINGKAI
⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: EL CAPITXN, HUENINGKAI, “hitman” Bang, Andy Love, danke, 김보은, Gabriel Brandes, Matt Thomson, Max Lynedoch Graham, 송재경, Ronnie Icon, TAEHYUN, 김선오, 1월8일
ABOUT/MEANING: 'Dear Sputnik' captures the boys’ feelings of isolation and their longing for companionship as they navigate a vast and cold world. Drawing on 'Sputnik' - the first artificial satellite, named after the Russian word for 'companion' or 'fellow traveler' - the song conveys the feeling of drifting alone through life while yearning for meaningful companionship. The lyrics express a deep sense of disconnection, yet the boys find solace in the possibility of finding someone who shares their journey. The metaphor of the satellite emphasizes that even in loneliness, a meaningful bond can bring warmth and light, providing comfort in an otherwise cold, emotionless space. [Please note that this is our interpretation of the song's meaning, based on the ongoing narrative of TXT's discography and insights from the members and official press releases. It's perfectly fine to have a different interpretation—after all, that's the beauty of music ♡]
LYRICS - ENGLISH TRANSLATION (translations by @translatingTXT)
(Empty)
It starts once again
These endless and empty days
(Lonely)
In this cold waiting
Loneliness drives me crazy
The compass that guides me
Following that meteor shower
I run aimlessly with no destination
Searching for the answer, searching for the answer
Faintly shining
At the end of the universe
My long wandering has finally
Come to an end, come to an end
Oh my Sputnik
I found my destiny
(You’re another me)
Call me destiny
Because I know you're like me
A single warmth
My frozen hands
The moment they meet, it all melts away
You’re my orbit
You’re my one and only
Fly through the night sky with you
We’re gonna glow (with you, we fly)
Gotta go (don’t stop, we ride)
We’re gonna glow (with you we fly)
Gotta go (don’t stop, we ride)
When I hold your hand
My scars become radiant traces
Circuiting the universe countlessly
Our orbits have finally crossed paths
We’ve met like a miracle
Oh my Sputnik
I found my destiny
(You’re another me)
Call me destiny
Because I know you're like me
A single warmth
My frozen hands
The moment they meet it all melts away
You’re my orbit
You’re my one and only
Fly through the night sky with you
We’re gonna glow (with you, we fly)
Gotta go (don’t stop, we ride)
We’re gonna glow (with you we fly)
Gotta go (don’t stop, we ride)
In this crumbling world,
I found a star called 'you'
I need you, my love
Please don’t let me rust,
Please make me believe in eternity
Let’s embark on this journey together
Cross this loneliness
Fly in the blue sky
We’ll engrave “eternity” among the starlight
Further than eternity
This endless journey
Our travels will continue
We’re gonna glow (with you, we fly)
Gotta go (don’t stop, we ride)
We’re gonna glow (with you we fly)
Gotta go (don’t stop, we ride)
Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): Following the complexities and challenges that disrupted the boys’* dreamlike world in 'The Dream Chapters' and 'Minisode 1', 'The Chaos Chapters' depict the unraveling of this idyllic existence as they confront the harsh realities and responsibilities that threaten their dreams and relationships. Their once-peaceful lives are thrown into turmoil, leaving them feeling frozen and overwhelmed - until a transformative presence, symbolized as 'you'*, appears before them. This series marks a shift from the nostalgic and hopeful themes of earlier chapters to a deeper, more introspective exploration of both internal and external conflicts. Influenced by real-world events, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic, The Chaos Chapters reflect the broader struggles and chaos of youth. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative, the term 'boys' or 'boy' represents the TXT members while also serving as generalized protagonists to convey the broader experiences of youth. While 'you' is intentionally kept broad, allowing for various interpretations of the relationship whether it be platonic, romantic, fan-artist, or another dynamic.]
Helpful Context (Album Summary: The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE) : 'The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE’ portrays a world where the warmth of friendship and youthful dreams is disrupted by isolation and emotional coldness. As his once-peaceful world crumbles, the boy* is confronted with alienation and the harsh realities of growing up, leaving him feeling frozen - insignificant, empty, and unable to move forward. Yet, amidst the chaos, the arrival of 'you'*, a special someone, brings warmth and light into his life, awakening a love that becomes his anchor. Believing that you are his true and only world, he finds refuge in this love, making it his sole reason for enduring the emotional coldness of an unforgiving reality. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative, the term 'boys' or 'boy' represents the TXT members while also serving as generalized protagonists to convey the broader experiences of youth. While 'you' is intentionally kept broad, allowing for various interpretations of the relationship whether it be platonic, romantic, fan-artist, or another dynamic.]
Helpful Context (Album Summary: The Chaos Chapter: FIGHT OR ESCAPE): ‘The Chaos Chapter: FIGHT OR ESCAPE’ a repackage of 'FREEZE,' expands on the themes of the previous album, where the boy* faced emotional coldness and isolation after the collapse of his peaceful world. In 'FREEZE,' he found refuge and meaning in 'you,'* who became his sole anchor in the chaos. In 'FIGHT OR ESCAPE', having experienced the transformative power of love, the boy now faces a new internal struggle. With love as his driving force, he must decide whether to fight against the chaos or escape in pursuit of love. The repackage introduces new tracks that explore this tension, capturing the ongoing battle between confronting adversity and seeking solace in connection. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative, the term 'boys' or 'boy' represents the TXT members while also serving as generalized protagonists to convey the broader experiences of youth. While 'you' is intentionally kept broad, allowing for various interpretations of the relationship whether it be platonic, romantic, fan-artist, or another dynamic.]
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