A beautifully mad world: Amazing lyrics! Spitz’s masterpiece — the Masamune Kusano world
Speaking of Spitz, their refreshing melodies are wonderful, and above all, the depth and occasional obscurity of their lyrics are a major part of their appeal, aren’t they?
Masamune Kusano, the vocalist, writes most of the lyrics, and I imagine many people get captivated by the world he creates and find themselves drawn in deeper and deeper.
Their music is also beloved by many musicians, such as Aimyon and Enon Kawatani.
It’s full of uncommon turns of phrase and striking, eye-opening lines.
In this article, we spotlight Spitz songs with truly remarkable lyrics.
Be sure to take your time listening while unraveling the words.
[A beautifully mad worldview] Incredible lyrics! Spitz’s masterpieces: The Masamune Kusano world (1–10)
Tears Sparkle☆supittsu
It’s one of Spitz’s signature songs, also used in commercials.
It’s a heart-tugging love song depicting two people secretly meeting at night, but this song, too, makes heavy use of metaphors.
What do “bats” and “skeletons,” for example, represent? The first-person pronoun is ore, so it’s told from a male perspective—but what exactly is that faint light that connects their hearts?
blue carsupittsu
This song is also well known among fans for being interpreted as a song about a double suicide.
Despite its breezy melody, what meaning is hidden in the lyrics? People often say that in Spitz’s songs the “sea” represents “death,” but what is the true intent of this track?
dream-chasersupittsu
This song also served as the theme for the 2001 film “Platonic Sex.” With a strong rock flavor, the lyrics leave plenty of room for interpretation.
As suggested by the word “ero” that appears explicitly in the poem, sex is one of the themes.
The subject proceeds as a pair—“we”—but midway it shifts into a story about “my” dream…
Please take your time to read and listen.
spidersupittsu
A famously enigmatic song among fans, rumored by some to be about kidnapping or compensated dating.
The more you ponder what the words “spider,” “piano,” and “blouse” in the lyrics signify, and what the protagonist is snatching and fleeing from, the more interpretations emerge—making it a true masterpiece.
Soulmatesupittsu
This song stands out with its catchy verse and soaring chorus.
You can’t grasp the depth of its meaning after just one read, but in fact, it’s one of Spitz’s most enigmatic lyrics! A Sunday when the sway of the bus reveals the meaning of life, love you can buy even at a convenience store—at first glance, all of it makes you go “?” But if you read closely, you can’t help but be amazed by the profound meaning woven into it.
Robinsonsupittsu
Actually, this song wasn’t originally titled “Robinson.” There was a sheet of paper with “Robinson” written on it placed on top of the finished score (there are various theories), and a staff member mistook it for the title and reported it as such.
Apparently, Masamune then said, “That’s fine,” and that’s how the title was decided.
The lyrics have a grand scale.
Maybe the title “Robinson” wasn’t just a coincidence after all.
Spicasupittsu
A coupling track from the single “Kaede,” released in 1998.
Its mellow sound unfolds at a mid-tempo pace and is truly captivating.
The fresh, quintessential Spitz band sound evokes UK rock and indie rock.
While the lyrics are philosophical and conjure vivid landscapes, they also embrace profound themes of love and life.
As you enter Masamune Kusano’s poetic world, you’ll find surprises and discoveries in every line.
It’s a gentle song that stands beside human sentimentality and loneliness, while guiding you toward hope.
Beyond the purple nightsupittsu
Spitz, the rock band, released “Murasaki no Yoru wo Koete” as their 44th single, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of their major-label debut.
It was selected as the ending theme for TBS’s news program news23.
The track draws you in with a sound that opens on an ambient note.
Its lyrics evoke a moody nighttime cityscape, feeling fantastical and rich in color.
Perhaps the themes of his lyrics are the hope and despair hidden in the small moments of everyday life.
Once you step into their one-of-a-kind world, you’ll be captivated for good.
prophetic dreamsupittsu
The 29th single, chosen as the theme song for the drama “Medaka.” Released by the rock band Spitz in 2004, it’s a song that has been loved for many years.
Its melodious acoustic sound and strings really resonate with the heart.
In contrast to its grand sound, the lyric—like a short story depicting everyday life—is also captivating.
It delicately captures sentimental emotions, tightening your chest with a sweet ache.
Pay attention as well to the arrangement that evokes ’90s UK rock.
It’s a song that makes you feel like you can take a small step forward while holding onto expectations for a dreamlike reality.
Nagisasupittsu
“Nagisa,” included on Indigo Horizon released in 1996.
The synth’s sequenced sound is striking and evokes images of the seaside and sandy beaches.
The lyrics, which hold firm feelings within a hazy landscape, are memorable.
The chorus blends personal emotion with scenery, and will leave different impressions on different listeners.
Rather than explaining everything in words, their worldview sparks the imagination—artful and refined.
Savor the deep allure where the boundary between illusion and reality gently blurs.