Overwhelmed by the lyrical world! Shiina Ringo’s masterpiece

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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

Since her debut in 1998, Ringo Sheena has continuously captivated the public with her unique worldview, surprising audiences time and again—even through hiatuses and band activities.

Here, we’ve tightly compiled all of her signature and hit songs without leaving anything out.

Her lyrics sometimes include unfamiliar Japanese, but looking those up is part of the fun.

Also note how stylishly she honors Japanese culture.

If you haven’t listened much before, by all means dive into the world of Ringo—you’ll be hooked!

Overwhelmed by the lyrical world! Shiina Ringo’s masterpieces (41–50)

I am a cat’s eye.Shiina Ringo

Shiina Ringo – I Am a Cat’s Eye

I am a cat's eye.Shiina Ringo

Ringo Sheena, also known as the vocalist of Tokyo Jihen.

The song “Watashi wa Neko no Me” (I Am a Cat’s Eye) was written with a collaboration in mind with keyboardist BIGYUKI and others.

“Cat’s eye” has long been known as an expression describing how a woman’s feelings change rapidly.

In the lyrics, it’s used to depict an elusive, hard-to-grasp woman.

Another interesting point is the heavy use of words containing the character for “eye” (me), creating internal rhymes.

You’ll be surprised at just how many such words appear.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced many great songs packed with Ringo Sheena’s unique worldview—from extremely famous hits to album tracks and newer pieces, a full parade of recommendations.

There are plenty of other wonderful songs too, so be sure to give them a listen.