Masterpieces by Spitz: A list of recommended popular songs and signature tracks

honeysupittsu

Spitz / Honey

One of Spitz’s signature songs, it sings of bittersweet, aching love.

Included on the 1995 album “Honey,” the track helped the album become a massive hit, selling over 1.5 million copies.

Masamune Kusano’s clear, translucent vocals and the distinctive 4+4+2 beat leave a strong impression.

The lyrics, which portray the emotional changes sparked by meeting someone special in everyday life, resonate with many listeners.

This work strongly reflects Spitz’s musical identity and has been cherished by fans for years.

With an afterglow like a sweet fragrance, it’s a song that gently soothes the listener’s heart.

It’s especially recommended for those troubled by love or when you want to look back on memories with someone important.

Hanemonosupittsu

Spitz / Hanemono

It was the 26th single, released on August 7, 2002, and it was written specifically as a song for a Calpis commercial.

The songwriter, Masamune Kusano, said he didn’t know it shared a name with a part used in pachinko machines and thought it was a coined word meaning “a creature like a feather.”

Lark’s Heartsupittsu

Spitz / Hibari no Kokoro

This exhilarating, fast-paced song is the debut single released on March 25, 1991.

It’s been part of their repertoire since their indie days and is performed at almost every tour.

The vocals are still fresh and innocent, but this track marks the beginning of a legend that would go on to produce countless masterpieces!

Memoriessupittsu

Spitz / Memories

Released on June 21, 2000, this 22nd single was created with an emphasis on groove, intended to be performed live.

It was also used as a cheer song for Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks player Mitsuru Homma, of whom Masamune Kusano is a fan.

lookin’ forsupittsu

Spitz / Looking For

This is the 32nd single, released on April 18, 2007.

The title comes from “Looking for,” and it’s written as an encouraging, upbeat song that says it’s okay to be different from others.

When you’re feeling down from work or other things, listening to this song might lift your spirits.

I’ll give it a name.supittsu

I'll give it a name — Spitz cover

The song included on Spitz’s debut album is captivating for Masamune Kusano’s distinctive worldview and beautiful lyrics.

While uptempo, it carries a unique atmosphere where tension and passion intersect, offering a depth that allows for various interpretations depending on the listener.

Released in 1991, this track played an important role in shaping the band’s musicality and style.

It portrays the instability before dawn and a newfound resolve, embedding a philosophical message within a pop sensibility that is quintessentially Spitz.

It’s a recommended song for those who want to listen alone at night or who find themselves at a crossroads in life.

The Monster of Summersupittsu

Spitz – Natsu No Mamono

It’s a fast-paced summer number by Spitz.

As is characteristic of many of Spitz’s works, the lyrics contain phrases that evoke a sense of impending death.

This appears frequently in their other songs as well and is well known as a hallmark of Spitz.

A thought-provoking track that touches on love and death.