Have you ever played Jenga? As you raise the tower by removing blocks one by one, the load on other supports increases due to minor structural defects, and the moment fatigue accumulates beyond the limit the structure can handle, it suddenly collapses. The moment a breakup comes is like Jenga. The fatigue accumulated in the structure called love can quickly destroy a relationship. The building blocks of a romantic relationship are two people in a relationship. And until the relationship is on the verge of collapse, we look for reasons not to destroy it. Like “Reasons to stay“ by Dauphin (Dopein).
“Reasons to stay” is a song that combines jazz and R&B. Dauphin’s vocals, as if he is searching for hope that seems to be lost, over the jazz instrumental are impressive. When you listen to the bass line created by Charming Lips that ties together the theme of the lyrics, you get a somewhat solemn feeling. I picture a person looking for a reason not to break up with a serious expression even though he knows it’s already over.
How about forgiving your lover after a fight while listening to “Reasons to stay,” which feels the tension and emptiness just before a breakup? Breaking up hurts so much.