未来へ (Mirai e) by Kiroro | Generated by AI

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Below are the complete lyrics of the song “未来へ” (Mirai e) by Kiroro, presented in Japanese with each word broken down for pronunciation (using Hepburn romanization) and meaning. This song is a heartfelt reflection on a mother’s love and guidance, encouraging the listener to look forward to the future while cherishing the lessons learned along the way. It’s often associated with themes of growth and gratitude, making it a popular choice for graduation ceremonies in Japan.


Lyrics and Explanation

Verse 1

ほら 足元を見てごらん
(Hora ashimoto o mite goran)

これがあなたの歩む道
(Kore ga anata no ayumu michi)

ほら 前を見てごらん
(Hora mae o mite goran)

あれがあなたの未来
(Are ga anata no mirai)


Verse 2

母がくれたたくさんの優しさ
(Haha ga kureta takusan no yasashisa)

愛を抱いて歩めと繰り返した
(Ai o daite ayume to kurikaeshita)

あの時はまだ幼くて意味など知らない
(Ano toki wa mada osanakute imi nado shiranai)

そんな私の手を握り
(Sonna watashi no te o nigiri)

一緒に歩んできた
(Issho ni ayunde kita)


Verse 3

夢はいつも空高くあるから
(Yume wa itsumo sora takaku aru kara)

届かなくて怖いね
(Todokanakute kowai ne)

だけど追い続けるの
(Dakedo oitsuzukeru no)

自分の物語(ストーリー)だからこそ諦めたくない
(Jibun no sutōrī dakara koso akirametakunai)

不安になると手を握り
(Fuan ni naru to te o nigiri)

一緒に歩んできた
(Issho ni ayunde kita)


Bridge

その優しさを時には嫌がり
(Sono yasashisa o toki ni wa iyagari)

離れた母へ素直になれず
(Hanareta haha e sunao ni narezu)


Chorus (Repeated)

The chorus repeats the lines from Verse 1:
ほら 足元を見てごらん
これがあなたの歩む道
ほら 前を見てごらん
あれがあなたの未来


Ending

未来へ向かって ゆっくりと歩いて行こう
(Mirai e mukatte yukkuri to aruite yukou)


Cultural Context

“未来へ” (Mirai e) is a deeply emotional song that reflects on the enduring influence of a mother’s love and guidance. The lyrics trace a journey from childhood—where the speaker didn’t fully grasp their mother’s lessons—to adulthood, where they strive to pursue their dreams while carrying those teachings forward. The song’s themes of gratitude, resilience, and hope make it a fitting anthem for life transitions, which is why it’s frequently performed at graduation ceremonies in Japan, symbolizing the step from childhood into the future.


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