Masterpieces and popular songs by the HIATUS

Unhurtthe HIATUS

Unhurt / the HIATUS / Cover

This is a track included on the HIATUS’s 4th album, “Keeper Of The Flame.” I think this is already a god-tier song! The lyrics are so wonderful that I wish it were sung in Japanese.

With a powerful and beautiful voice, it’s a song that truly makes you think, “This is Takeshi Hosomi.”

The Light of Betelgeusethe HIATUS

The Light of Betelgeuse / the HIATUS (by SPANK THE AGE)

This is a track included on the 2nd album, “ANOMALY.” It’s rare for Hosomi, who often writes lyrics in English, to have an entire song in Japanese.

Because of that, this song is especially easy for anyone to understand.

Since becoming the HIATUS, the lyrics carrying striking themes of “journey,” “wistfulness,” and “melancholy” have been memorable, and that quality comes alive in this track as well.

The Flarethe HIATUS

The Flare / the HIATUS

This song is included on the first album, “Trash We’d Love.” The title “The Flare” literally means “flame” in Japanese, and in the song it’s depicted as something that clouds the eyes of “you” and “me.” True to Takeshi Hosomi’s style, it’s an encouraging anthem that refuses to be trapped by the “flare,” saying, “Let’s light it up and bring an end to the night.”

Thirstthe HIATUS

the HIATUS – Thirst（Music Video）

It’s a song included on the HIATUS’s 4th album, “Keeper Of The Flame.” If I had to sum up the theme of this track in a single phrase, I would say it’s about “a person shoved into solitude.” Looking at the full Japanese-to-English translation of the lyrics, I strongly feel the portrayal of a person who bears loneliness while still yearning for a glimmer of hope.

Deerhoundsthe HIATUS

Deerhounds / the HIATUS

This song is included on the 3rd album, “A World Of Pandemonium.” The music video is cute! It gave me the impression of a track that makes you want to set off on an adventure—like something you’d hear in an adventure-themed anime.

Something Ever Afterthe HIATUS

the HIATUS / Something Ever After / Cover

This is a song included on the HIATUS’s 4th album, “Keeper Of The Flame.” I think it’s a breakup love song that leaves you feeling a bit wistful.

The final line of the lyrics feels very characteristic of Takeshi Hosomi, making it a quintessential track.

Radiothe HIATUS

the HIATUS / RADIO / Cover

This is a track included on the 5th album, “Hands Of Gravity.” It feels like a comforting song, almost like listening to a Western ballad.

My impression is that it’s a very beautiful and simple song.