Well, instead of directly discussing the inner experiences of the person writing it, opera usually tells a story about people! It's often based on historical records or old legends!

Like, ah...

[Kefka dives out of view for a bit, then shows back up with a big record cover. It has a multi-colored ball dominating the background and several people in dramatic costume in front of it.]

This is the 'Legend of Ozma.' Ozma was a great warrior, but she died alone and forgotten, and her feelings of loneliness and an evil spell brought her back as a mindless monster thirsty for blood. A few chocobo knights now must find a way to stop her before she makes her way to their city--and do it while working out their interpersonal drama!

There's been a few versions made in different genres.; this copy of the music is from one of the runs where it was shown tragically!