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[Summary of lyrics]
This song conveys the importance of self-acceptance and living honestly according to one's values and emotions.
It emphasizes that overcoming future anxieties and past regrets, having the courage to listen to the heartbeat of one's own convictions, and walking one's own path are the key to true self-discovery.

[Explanation of the lyrics]
The lyrics depict regrets about past actions and the journey of hope for the future and self-discovery.
They begin with remorse for making a bad joke, expressing the inner turmoil of the moment when one couldn't say, "I'm sorry."
Afterward, dialogue with one's inner self, and realizing that they had lost sight of themselves in the midst of daily life.

Subsequently, the lyrics progress towards the realization that "no one really teaches the most important things in life."
It carries a message emphasizing the importance of introspection and deepening self-awareness.
Despite challenges and uncertainties, it underscores the significance of listening to one's own heartbeat – understanding one's emotions and values.

[About the translations in the video]
An English translation is also shown, but it is for reference only.
Because YOASOBI may release an official English version.
The official released English lyrics are very nice, and the nuance and rhymes are very important.

[ HEART BEAT ] is the theme song for NHK's "YOASOBI 18 Festival" held on November 19, 2023, and was originally written based on videos solicited from prospective participants between the ages of 17 and 20 in Japan prior to the "YOASOBI 18 Festival".