Placebo Lyrics (English Translation) – PARK GUNWOOK ZEROBASEONE Ganlyrics

Placebo (English Translation) Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
In this part, the singer talks about using something fake (a placebo) to create a positive effect when feeling sick or unwell, as a way to cope.

[Chorus]
The chorus emphasizes the singer’s emotional support and care for someone, asking them not to leave and to stay close. The singer is unsure about their own path in life, questioning their position in the world, but wants to hold on to their vision and dreams, even if others may view their life as fiction or unreal.

[Post-Chorus]
This part simply repeats the word “Placebo,” reinforcing the theme of using something false or temporary as a form of healing.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, the singer reflects on past pain, symbolized by tears, and contrasts the idea that ignorance might be easier to bear than knowledge. They admit to using toxic ways to protect someone they care about, and though they struggle with their feelings, they’re determined to wait for them through time, even if the message or love can’t be fully expressed or understood by others.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus likens the singer’s tears to medicine, a metaphor for how their emotional pain is a form of healing, even if it’s not conventional.

[Chorus]
The chorus repeats the message of being supportive and asking not to be abandoned. The singer expresses a feeling of rising or growing in life, but still struggles with where they stand. They emphasize holding onto their personal vision and not letting others define their life as just a fantasy.

[Post-Chorus]
This is another repetition of the word “Placebo,” staying with the theme of using false healing to cope with emotional struggles.

[Interlude]
In this short moment, the singer encourages confidence and shows pride in their team, signaling that they’re ready to showcase their talents and abilities.

[Verse 2]
Here, the singer speaks about their identity and journey in K-pop, highlighting the passage of time and the ongoing pursuit of dreams. They reflect on their growth and success, feeling no jealousy, and acknowledge their team (ZEROBASEONE) as a source of protection and support. The verse expresses their sense of purpose, confidence, and the brightness that lies ahead.

[Pre-Chorus]
Once again, tears are described as a form of personal medicine, a metaphor for emotional healing and self-care.

[Chorus]
The chorus repeats the emotional request for support, with the singer asking for their position and dreams to be recognized, while staying committed to their vision despite challenges. They also emphasize that others might not understand or appreciate their life, but they remain focused on their goals.

[Post-Chorus]
Another repetition of “Placebo,” reinforcing the theme of temporary or illusory healing.

[Outro]
In the outro, the singer shares their fear of being a burden to someone they care about. They don’t want to hold them back but instead wish for their happiness. The singer also expresses how their emotional struggles and tears are part of their healing, and that the person they care about is like a remedy for them. The “placebo effect” becomes a symbol for seeking comfort in moments of pain.