Skipping Stones

⋆ Genre [Source: Naver/BigHit]: Indie Rock

⋆ Producing Credits: Hanroro, the orchard

⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Hanroro, the orchard, Maiz, Revi

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ABOUT/MEANING: 'Skipping Stones' uses its central metaphor to reflect the emotional ripple effects of growth and healing. After leaving the comfort of Neverland, the boys* are faced with uncertainty and emotional turbulence. The act of skipping stones on water symbolizes their attempt to release lingering regrets and fears, with each ripple representing how past emotions continue to echo through their lives. The initial splash mirrors moments of pain and upheaval, while the fading ripples signify the gradual, steady process of healing. The song acknowledges that life’s challenges will always leave their mark - but like water returning to stillness, peace eventually follows through time, resilience, and acceptance.

*For further context on the song check out 'The Name Chapter: FREEFALL' album summary

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LYRICS - ENGLISH TRANSLATION

We love throwing jagged stones

Into calm waters

We know it's a painful time

Yet we still grab another stone

I wonder with what kind of heart you throw yourself

The countless emotions

Are filling up your river

The water that swallowed the scars will become calm someday

And it will gain a wide embrace

Throw away the lingering thoughts forming at your fingertips

Just like always, just like you always have

Just like always, just like you always have

Just like always, just like you always have

Each day, the unsteady heart

Inside, only sinking pains

Yet you and I still breathe

Heading towards the ocean

The water that swallowed the scars will become calm someday

And it will gain a wide embrace

Throw away the lingering thoughts forming at your fingertips

Just like always, just like you always have

So that tomorrow's me

Can embrace the overwhelmed you of today

When it reaches the sparkling waves

I'll hold your two trembling hands

The water that swallowed the scars will become calm someday

And it will gain a wide embrace

Throw away the lingering thoughts forming at your fingertips

Just like always, just like you always have

Just like always, just like you always have

Just like always, just like you always have

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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.]