⋆ Genre [Source: Naver/BigHit]: Rock
⋆ Producing Credits: EL CAPITXN, Vendors (Zenur)
⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: EL CAPITXN, Vendors (Zenur), Carson Thatcher, Jutes, Maria Marcus, AdamAlexander, "hitman" bang, YEONJUN, Yi Yi Jin, danke, August Rigo, Ronnie Icon, Jeon Jieun, HHUENINGKAI, Kim Bo Eun, Song Jae Kyung, TAEHYUN
ABOUT/MEANING: Directly following on from the end of 'The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION', 'Growing Pain' captures the boys' decision to leave their Neverland-like comfort zone and confront adulthood. The song symbolizes their leap of faith into the unknown, acknowledging that growth is rarely smooth or painless. It contrasts the safety of the past with the uncertainty of the future, using freefall as a metaphor for the loss of control and vulnerability that come with maturity. While they struggle with doubt and fear, they recognize these challenges as essential for growth. Despite obstacles, they face them with perseverance and courage, understanding that self-discovery requires both strength and vulnerability. [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)
Been free-falling into the air
Below the cliff lies the end of paradise
Don't know how to fly, but I'm gonna try to let go
The sharp air scratches my whole body
Gravity pulls me down
Don't know how to fly, but I'm gonna try to let go
Childhood dreams
An endless fall
Proof of growth
Different from that dream that was over when I woke up
My whole body hurts, there's no way to stop
I throw myself, throw myself, throw myself
Free-falling, falling, falling
Say
(Ooh) Falling endlessly
(Ooh) Willingly go low
Into the pain, throw my body, yeah
(Ooh) Crash without fear
(Ooh) Plunging headfirst
Into reality, throw my body, yeah
Open your eyes, look at the ground ahead
Don't avoid it (You just gotta face it)
Even if blood flows
Even if my bones break
Gotta make my way through this
I'm falling
(Ooh) Falling endlessly
(Ooh) Willingly go low
Into the pain, throw my body, yeah
(Ooh) Crash without fear
(Ooh) Plunging headfirst
Into reality, throw my body, yeah
Go
No regrets
I throw myself into a dream without lies
I'm falling
(Ooh) Falling endlessly
(Ooh) Willingly go low
Into the pain, throw my body, yeah
(Ooh) Crash without fear
(Ooh) Plunging headfirst
Into reality, throw my body, yeah
Helpful Context (Album Summary): 'The Name Chapter: FREEFALL' continues the journey from 'TEMPTATION,' following the boys’* decision to leave the safety of their Neverland-like world and embrace the uncertainties of adulthood. Themes of risk, courage, and self-discovery shape the album as they take a fearless leap into the unknown. Through bold and introspective tracks, they confront both the exhilaration and fear of freefall, learning to accept life’s unpredictability and pursue their dreams despite the risks. Ultimately, 'FREEFALL' celebrates the transformative power of embracing fear, marking the culmination of 'The Name Chapter' with a powerful affirmation of the boys’ growth and self-realization. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative the 'boys/boy' can be interpreted as representing the TXT members, but they also serve as generalized protagonists used to convey the broader experiences of youth.]
Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): 'The Name Chapters’ delve into identity and self-definition, focusing on the journey of discovering and embracing one’s true self amidst societal pressures. Building on the conflicts explored in 'The Chaos Chapters' and 'Minisode 2,' this new chapter showcases how the boys* allow these past experiences to shape their growth, highlighting their struggles to assert their individuality and solidify their name as they transition into adulthood. The overarching narrative centers on self-acceptance, authenticity, and the transformative journey of embracing one’s unique path and true calling. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative the 'boys/boy' can be interpreted as representing the TXT members, but they also serve as generalized protagonists used to convey the broader experiences of youth.]
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