Kotoha sings ‘Imawa Iindayo,’ a heartfelt track written and composed by MIMI. The song brings a sense of quiet vulnerability, touching on themes of exhaustion and loneliness. MIMI’s words and melody blend to create a gentle yet powerful reflection on life’s struggles.
Released: April 6, 2024
Imawa Iindayo
Kotoha
Lyricist
Mimi
Composer
Mimi
Imawa Iindayo Meaning & Lyrics (Kotoha)
The lyrics describe the weight of unspoken pain, with lines like ‘Even the shine of the stars feels exhausting.’ Kotoha’s vocal delivery adds depth to the poet’s words, emphasizing the toll of holding everything inside. The imagery of holding a single tear from a past night stands out as a symbol of quiet resilience.
Asa Ga Kowakutte OkirarenaiI’m afraid of the morning and I can’t wake up.
Doryoku Wa Sonna Ni MuitenaiI’m not really cut out for trying so hard.
Naku Koto Dake Ga Tokui Ni NaruCrying is the only thing I’ve become good at,
Sonna Hibi No Hazama Destuck in the middle of these days.
Chotto Dake TsukaretandatteI’m just a little bit tired, I say.
Hoshi No Kagayaki Ga ShindoitteEven the shine of the stars feels exhausting,
Ienai Koto Dake Fuetetteas the things I can’t say keep piling up,
Utsumuku You Nimaking me hang my head low.
Ashita Ga Ashita Ga KonakerebaIf tomorrow, if tomorrow never comes,
Soshitara Kitto Raku Ni Nareruthen I’m sure things will finally get easier.
Karappo Nanoni Kokoro Ga ItamundaMy heart still hurts even though it’s empty,
Kyou Ga Dounimo Samishikuttesabecause today is just so lonely.
Nemurenai Mama Dakedo SaI still can’t sleep, but you know,
Itsuka Shiawase Tte Omoeru Madeuntil the day you can finally feel happy,
Kimi Wa Kimi No Mama De Iteyoplease just stay exactly as you are.
Mou Sa Tsuyogaranakutemo IindayoYou don’t have to pretend to be strong anymore.
Kako No Yoru No Namida HitotsuTake a single tear from a past night,
Sore Wo Yawaku Motte Aruite Yukuand hold it gently as you walk along.
Sore Dake De Ima Wa IindayoThat’s enough for right now,
Itsuka Kimi Ga Waraeru Younaso that one day you can smile again.
Uta Wo Utaeru No NaraIf I can sing a song,
Boku Ni Wa Nanimo Nai Kedoeven though I have nothing at all,
Uta Wo Utaeru No Naraif I can sing a song,
Naichau Kizu No Kazu Dakefor every single scar that makes me cry.
Yoru Wa Atatakaku NaruyoThe night will become warm.
Kimi Wa Sa Kimi No Mama De WaratteJust keep smiling as yourself.
Kyou GaToday is,
Kyou Ga Dounimo Samishikuttesatoday is just so lonely.
Nemurenai Mama Dakedo SaI still can’t sleep, but you know,
Itsuka Shiawase Tte Omoeru Madeuntil the day you can finally feel happy,
Kimi Wa Kimi No Mama De Iteyoplease just stay exactly as you are.
Mou Sa Tsuyogaranakutemo IindayoYou don’t have to pretend to be strong anymore.
Kako No Yoru No Namida HitotsuTake a single tear from a past night,
Sore Wo Yawaku Motte Aruite Yukuand hold it gently as you walk along.
Sore Dake De Ima Wa IindayoThat’s enough for right now.
What does ‘Imawa Iindayo’ mean? The lyrics offer a tender reminder to stay true to oneself despite life’s challenges. Featuring Kotoha, the track is a comforting anthem for anyone feeling lost or weary.
