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“Love doesn't end when it fades — it becomes memory, and memory makes it grow.”
Originally the opening theme for the 2010 anime Kimi ni Todoke, “To Reach You (너에게 닿기를)” has been reborn through the emotional reinterpretation of Korean indie artist 10CM (Kwon Jung-yeol).
Released on March 6, 2025, this remake keeps the original structure by Tomofumi Tanizawa, but softens its youthful energy into a more mature, reflective ballad. With delicate vocals and warm folk instrumentation, 10CM offers not just a cover — but a memory preserved in melody.
🎵 Song Information
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Title | To Reach You (너에게 닿기를) |
| Artist | 10CM (십센치 / Kwon Jung-yeol) |
| Original | Tomofumi Tanizawa (2010, Kimi ni Todoke anime OST) |
| Release Date | March 6, 2025 |
| Genre | Indie / Folk Ballad |
| Language | Korean (translated & adapted lyrics) |
💬 Lyric Interpretation – Love, Memory, and Quiet Hope
🌞 1. Where It All Begins
“In the warmth of sunlight,
bells echo through the air,
a breeze touches my cheek,
but my sighs grow deeper.”
This imagery sets the tone: a peaceful morning tinged with unspoken longing. Even in a quiet routine, emotion quietly builds.
🌈 2. Naming the Future
“From afar, a tear forms.
I give tomorrow a name.
A future shining in soft light.”
Love here is not just about the present. It’s about imagining a shared future, one filled with hope and meaning.
🌻 3. Growing Emotions Like Plants
“Even these innocent feelings,
and days we laughed as if we’d fly away —
I want to grow them with care.”
Love isn’t just felt; it’s cultivated. Memories are not passive — they are nurtured, cherished, and kept alive with time.
🕊 4. Reaching You Through Time
“After the hard days,
you gave me so many firsts.
May this feeling reach you — to reach you.”
This line defines the heart of the song. It's about enduring, enduring again, and still choosing to love. Not as a demand — but as a quiet wish.
🎼 Musical Composition & Vocal Style
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Intro | Acoustic guitar, minimalistic and warm |
| Mid-section | Emotion builds through lyrical delivery rather than volume |
| Chorus | Repetitive but gentle — evokes emotional resonance |
| Vocals | Whisper-like, sincere — as if sharing a personal memory |
| Arrangement | Slower than original, enhancing lyrical focus |
🔄 Original vs. Remake – Two Sides of the Same Feeling
| Element | Original (Tanizawa) | Remake (10CM) |
|---|---|---|
| Mood | Bright, youthful, pop-infused | Warm, nostalgic, folk ballad |
| Tempo | Upbeat 8-beat rhythm | Slower tempo, more space between lines |
| Vocal Color | Fresh, innocent | Soft, emotional, mature |
| Theme Focus | Present love & first-time emotions | Memory, gratitude, and quiet longing |
10CM’s version feels less like a confession and more like a reflection.
It’s not about falling in love — it’s about remembering that you once did.
🎧 Listening Impressions
Listening to “To Reach You” by 10CM feels like revisiting a journal entry from your youth — not with regret, but with warmth.
It's the kind of song that reminds you of someone you used to love — not to make you sad, but to help you smile and say:
“I hope they’re doing well.”
This is not a song of heartbreak.
It’s a soft prayer wrapped in melody.
❓ FAQ
Q. Do I need to know the anime to enjoy the song?
Not at all. While the original was tied to Kimi ni Todoke, 10CM’s version stands on its own, with lyrical themes of love, memory, and hope.
Q. What’s unique about 10CM’s remake?
He replaces the energetic innocence of the original with emotional depth and maturity — offering a completely new way to relate to the lyrics.
Q. Is it common for Korean artists to remake Japanese anime songs?
It's rare — but when done, it often becomes a deeply sentimental tribute, as 10CM has done here.
📝 Final Thoughts – When a Song Remembers for You
“To Reach You” isn’t just a love song.
It’s a reminder that love never really ends — it simply becomes part of who you are.
Through 10CM’s voice, we’re reminded that even if we can’t go back to the past,
we can still carry its warmth into the future.
“I hope this feeling reaches you.”
Even if it doesn’t, I’ll keep it —
as something beautiful I once had.
Has a memory of love ever made you wish someone well — even from afar?
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