"Ongnyeon-Dong" (옥련동) is a song by Jung Seung Hwan, and it tells the story of a nostalgic journey back to his childhood neighborhood. The song reflects on the innocence and simplicity of youth and the longing to go back to those carefree days. The lyrics describe the singer's childhood memories of playing without worries in his neighborhood, and how he now walks the familiar streets he had forgotten. The swinging on the familiar swing covered in dust, reminiscent of the past, brings back joyful memories. The lyrics also mention the tall stairs of a bridge that used to feel endless and question how they became so low. The song also talks about the singer's older sister waiting for him at home after school, and how they would wait until late at night for their mother to come back. The memories of falling asleep and waking up in their mother's embrace are cherished. The lyrics mention the intersection near the school where a street food restaurant is located, and how the laughter from students wearing school uniforms is still the same. The singer talks about the secret and special memories shared with friends in their neighborhood, even if they are forgotten during their busy lives. The song evolves into a reflection on the changing neighborhood, as streetlights progressively turn off one by one. Despite not knowing when he will return to this place again, the singer mentions that his heart is not far away and that his house in Ongnyeon-Dong (the neighborhood) will never go dark. Overall, "Ongnyeon-Dong" is a heartfelt song that captures the essence of longing for the simplicity and innocence of childhood while appreciating the memories and moments that shaped one's upbringing in a particular neighborhood.
