The Unveiling Lyrics {English Translation}: Back Number
back number’s ‘The Unveiling’ is a touching track that dives into vulnerability and strength. The lyricist, 清水依与吏, writes about the struggle to protect what matters most. Takeshi Kobayashi collaborates with him to craft a melody that underscores the song’s heartfelt message.
Released: July 31, 2025
The Unveiling
Back Number
Lyricist
清水依与吏
Composer
清水依与吏, Takeshi Kobayashi
The Unveiling Lyrics Translation – Back Number
清水依与吏 pens lyrics that explore the fear of loss and the desire to become stronger. The line ‘I just wanted to become strong’ echoes throughout, highlighting the internal battle between doubt and resilience. The poet uses simple yet powerful words to convey the weight of personal growth.
Kowai kedoI’m scared, but,
Furue wa tomattenai kedomy shaking hasn’t stopped yet, but,
Sore wa sait’s just that,
Nakusu no ga kowai mono woit proves that I truly have things,
Chanto motteru tte koto darouthat I’m actually afraid of losing.
Daijoubu da yo tteNo matter how many times,
Ikura iikikasete moI tell myself that I’ll be okay,
Mata mayoi nagara utagai nagarawhile getting lost and doubting myself again,
Tsuyoku naritakattaI just wanted to become strong.
Tomanai hakushu mo hikari no ame moI don’t need endless applause or a shower of spotlight,
Tokubetsu na mono wa iranaior anything else that’s special.
Itsu datteFor some reason, it’s always,
Nazeka boku wo eranda dareka nothe familiar smile of someone,
Minareta egao gawho happened to choose me,
Nanika no gooru dattari suru ndathat ends up being my ultimate goal.
Sagashite mo nageite moWhether I search or whether I grieve,
Tooku hanarete moor even if I drift far away,
Kuyashikatta koto wa kuyashii mamathe things that frustrated me stay frustrating,
Jibun wa jibun de sono mamaand I’m still just who I am.
Imagoro sukumu ashi toWith my legs frozen in place right now,
Nijimu yowasa niand this weakness that’s starting to show,
Nareru demo naku akirameru demo nakuwithout getting used to it or giving up,
Tsuyoku naritakattaI just wanted to become strong.
Tomanai hakushu mo hikari no ame moI don’t need endless applause or a shower of spotlight,
Tokubetsu na mono wa iranaior anything else that’s special.
Ato sukoshiSince I’m going to try my best,
Mou sukoshi ganbatte miru karafor just a little bit longer,
Owattara ganbatta ne tte kanpai shite yoplease toast with me and say ‘you did your best’ when I’m done.
Kesshite hitori de wa nani mo dekinai kotoI wish I could forget how I can’t do anything alone,
Tasukerarete nantoka boku wo ikite kita kotoor how I’ve only survived because people helped me.
Nimotsu wa omokute sekai wa rifujin da tte kotoI wish I could forget how heavy my burdens are and how unfair the world is,
Zenbu wasurete utaetara ii no niand just sing without a care.
Tomanai hakushu mo hikari no ame moI don’t need endless applause or a shower of spotlight,
Tokubetsu na mono wa iranaior anything else that’s special.
Negau naraIf I could have one wish,
Nazeka boku wo eranda anata noI’d want your familiar smile,
Minareta egao gaof you who chose me for some reason,
Saigo no gooru de atte hoshii ndato be my very last goal.
Dakara sono shunkan madeSo until that moment comes,
Daiji na mono wo mamoreru kuraiI want to become strong enough,
‘The Unveiling’ lyrics are about finding strength in vulnerability. Featuring back number, the song from their latest release creates a warm, introspective space for listeners to reflect on their own struggles.
