Ending Scene (이런 엔딩)

IU's 'Ending Scene (이런 엔딩)' is a poignant ballad that delves into the emotional complexities of a breakup. The song begins with a greeting that suggests a reunion after some time apart, characterized by a voice that is unmistakably that of the speaker's former lover. The lyrics paint a picture of a routine farewell, one that is as cold and unchanging as the spot by the door where it always takes place. The well-wishes exchanged are tinged with a sense of resignation and a hope for future happiness, despite the current pain.

The chorus reveals the speaker's inner turmoil, as they plead with their ex not to say things that only serve to deepen the wound. The promises of love and the vague assurances of the past now seem empty, highlighting the speaker's confusion and hurt. IU's delivery of these lines conveys a deep sense of betrayal and longing for understanding. The song's narrative is one of unrequited love and the difficulty of moving on when feelings remain unresolved.

Towards the end of the song, the speaker asks for honesty, expressing a vulnerability and a desire to believe in the possibility of love again. The question of whether they will ever be loved as they once loved hangs in the air, unresolved. IU's 'Ending Scene' is a touching exploration of the hope and heartache that accompany the end of a relationship, and the universal longing for genuine connection and closure.