Discover the story of the song > Cancel – Akina Nakamori

This song is about the protagonist, who is afraid of getting hurt and pretends to be strong. But deep down, she actually wants to be loved and cared for. Her partner's words leave her feeling vulnerable and she can't continue pretending to be okay. The protagonist's feelings are fragile and she doesn't want her partner to say they love her ever again. The love she felt for him has broken her heart. The protagonist's feelings for her partner are like a trap and it's better to cancel any further involvement. The protagonist also knows that her dreams of love are just temporary thrills and usually end up being painful. She knows that wanting love so easily can be dangerous, but she can't help herself. Despite her partner's smile, the protagonist can't help but feel lonely. They are a dangerous signal. The protagonist doesn't want her partner to see her vulnerable self. She is ashamed of being pure-hearted and wants to cancel any further connection. She doesn't want to hear her partner say that they love her again, because it will only break her heart further. Her feelings are like a brake that has come undone and she can't control them. The kindness she feels from her partner is always like a trap and she wants to cancel any further involvement.