Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: emo
Song Meaning of “転がる岩、君に朝が降る” by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
“Korogaru iwa, Kimi ni asa ga furu” (Rolling Rock, Morning Falls on You) by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION reveals an intimate and touching story of coming to one’s own understanding of life. The song’s main message is “we are all climbing our own rocks, in our own time”. The protagonist of the song is someone who has been struggling and growing through difficult circumstances, in hopes of reaching a higher understanding.
The opening lines of “Korogaru iwa, Kimi ni asa ga furu” metaphorically represent the rolling rock as a symbol of ongoing struggles and growth, and as time passes, the protagonist shares his wisdom and courage to help others. “Nagareteku natsu no you ni / Kioku wa nomihosareta” (Like the summer flowing, our memories are sipped away) conveys the sad realization that memories are soon forgotten with the passing of time.
The chorus is a powerful proclamation of hope and growth, “Kurikaesu itsumo no suteeji” (The usual stage repeats) conveys the idea that, despite our struggles and pain, we are still going on and development is constantly ongoing. “Hareruka ga tteinagara shiraseru” (The message that the sunny days tell) is a gentle assurance that brighter days are coming, and we should take comfort in the journey of life.
The bridge “Koboreta namida to senaka awase ni / Kizuku yo wakaranaku mama no jiyuu” (With my tears running and my back facing you / I understand now the freedom without understanding) affirms the protagonist’s newfound independence, an understanding of freedom that does not depend on outside knowledge or approval.
The message of “Korogaru iwa, Kimi ni asa ga furu” is that we must accept our struggles, make the most of them, and keep going. Whether we are in a difficult situation or when the sun is shining, we must keep working and take courage in the journey of life.