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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] Amazing Lyrics! Spitz’s Masterpieces — The Masamune Kusano World (21–30)

fireflysupittsu

This song, released in 2004, seems to follow Spitz’s consistent theme of views on life and death.

At first glance it looks like a beautiful love song, but if you read it closely, the scattered words reveal that it’s actually about life.

What does the firefly, which also appears in the title, represent? It’s a song full of highlights.

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I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu

It’s a well-known signature song by Spitz.

It’s a love song about youth, but here and there words like “knife” give it a subtly unsettling tone.

One interpretation is that the song uses adolescent sexuality as a motif.

Why not think about the deeper meaning behind its beautiful melody?

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cherrysupittsu

A gem of a rock number with a refreshing melody that evokes the start of a new season and paints bittersweet memories of love.

Released by Spitz in April 1996, this song topped the Oricon chart in its fourth week and became a massive hit, selling a total of 1.613 million copies.

Its gentle, enveloping tune captures the sweet-and-sour memories of youth, while the members’ tight, cohesive performance weaves an exquisite harmony.

Masamune Kusano’s poetic lyrics portray a protagonist who accepts the end of a romance yet strives to move forward, resonating deeply with listeners.

It’s a song that quietly stays by your side as you carry the pain of heartbreak and still choose to step into the future.

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far; distant; by farsupittsu

A gem of a love song by Spitz, marked by its transparent melody and refreshing guitar sound.

After encountering someone new in an otherwise ordinary daily life, the song gently weaves together tender words that convey overflowing feelings, beautifully harmonizing with Masamune Kusano’s soft vocals.

Released in May 2001 as the theme song for the TBS drama “Love Story,” it reached No.

3 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It was later included on the album “Mikazuki Rock,” and has continued to soothe the hearts of many.

Warm like summer sunshine yet tinged with a certain wistfulness, this song—when sung at karaoke—lets its breezy melody and pleasant rhythm gently give your feelings a supportive lift.

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harborsupittsu

It’s a single released in 2016.

As Masamune Kusano himself said, he chose a harbor as the theme because it’s a place where encounters and partings intersect, and the song indeed revolves around meeting and saying goodbye.

Opening with the line, “I won’t board a ship, but right now I’m at the harbor,” it portrays the feelings of a protagonist who is waiting for “you” at the harbor because there’s something they want to say.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced some of Spitz’s renowned songs that are praised for their deep lyrics.

Did you find any you like or a new favorite? Masamune Kusano’s worldview is unique, and many people have been captivated by his work.

By unraveling the messages woven into his lyrics, I think your world will expand even further.

If you’re hooked, be sure to dig deeper!