But I must love until ten thousand arrows pierce my heart before giving up
左手掌握着空心
zuǒ shǒu zhǎng wò zhe kōng xīn
The left hand holds emptiness
右手掌握着痴心
yòu shǒu zhǎng wò zhe chī xīn
The right hand holds infatuation
十指紧扣一本心经
shí zhǐ jǐn kòu yī běn xīn jīng
Ten fingers tightly clasp a Sutra
刻骨铭心着苦心
kè gǔ míng xīn zhe kǔ xīn
Deeply engraved in my heart is the painstaking effort
可不可以不甘心
kě bù kě yǐ bù gān xīn
Is it possible not to be unwilling?
可不可以不认命
kě bù kě yǐ bù rèn mìng
Is it possible not to accept fate?
如果可以 拿我换给你
rú guǒ kě yǐ ná wǒ huàn gěi nǐ
If possible, I would give myself to you in exchange
Song Interpretation
Short Summary
"Della - Palm of the Hand" explores the poignant beauty of love and yearning, with deep emotional imagery. The lyrics describe the longing and devotion to a lover, embodying the struggle between love's fleeting moments and the desire for eternal connection.
Detailed Insights
The song presents an intricate tapestry of emotions, comparing love to transient moments such as snowflakes, flowers, and dreams. The singer expresses a love that transcends time and space, referencing waiting for a distant love with metaphors like being in the South Pole, longing for the North Star. This emphasizes the physical and emotional distance between the lovers.
There is a strong theme of devotion, encapsulated by the repeated imagery of holding things in the palm of the hand—symbolizing both the fragility and preciousness of love. The lyrics also reveal the struggle between love and fate, asking if one can resist accepting destiny, ultimately offering oneself in sacrifice for love. The song's melancholy and yearning tone reflect a love that is both unattainable and all-consuming.