"Between Us (거리)" by Urban Zakapa is a heartfelt ballad that explores the emotions and distance that can exist between two people who were once close. The lyrics convey the narrator's thoughts and feelings about the changes in their relationship. The song starts by questioning what it feels like in the place where the narrator is not present. The chorus repeats the phrase "I wonder if your heart feels a little more at ease now" indicating that the narrator may have been causing some distress or worry for the other person. Despite this, the narrator acknowledges that now it doesn't seem to matter anymore, and they understand each other well. Throughout the song, the passing of time and changing seasons are mentioned, symbolizing the progression of their relationship. The cold wind blowing on the streets represents the distance that has grown between them. The narrator initially thought they couldn't bear it, but time has shown that it has passed silently. The lyrics also express the depth of the narrator's emotions. They think of the other person as much as they worry about them. The time they spent together, the longing they feel, and the current distance between them are emphasized. The line "the distance proportional to that" highlights the need for that level of distance between them. Despite the intense emotions and the realization of the distance, the song also suggests an acceptance of the situation. The line "the time keeps flowing irrespective of me" conveys that time will continue to move forward, regardless of their personal feelings or presence. Overall, "Between Us (거리)" portrays the bittersweet and poignant emotions that arise from realizing the emotional and physical distance between two people who were once intimately connected. The song captures the longing, acceptance, and reflection that comes with the passage of time.
