Radwimps is a Japanese rock band known for blending rock with unique melodies and deep lyrics. They gained international fame for their work on the Your Name (2016) and Suzume (2022) soundtracks.
Formed in 2001, the band has released multiple successful albums, including Radwimps 4 and Human Bloom, with chart-topping songs. Their music often focuses on emotions and storytelling, making them a standout in J-rock. They have won awards like the Japan Academy Prize for Best Music.
About the Song
Suzume is the theme song for the 2022 anime film Suzume no Tojimari. It features soft vocals and a gentle melody, fitting the movie’s atmosphere. The song was a collaboration with singer Toaka.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Released | September 30, 2022 |
| Writers | 野田洋次郎 (Yojiro Noda) |
| Producers | 野田洋次郎 (Yojiro Noda) and 陣内一真 (Kazuma Jinnouchi) |
Original Lyrics of Suzume
Intro: Toaka
Ru, ru-ru-ru-ru-ru
Ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru, ah
Ru, ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru
Ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru, ah
Ru, ru-ru-ru-ru-ru
Ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru, ah
Ru, ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru
Ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru, ah
Verse 1: Toaka
Kimi no naka ni aru aka to aoki sen
Sorera ga musubareru no wa shin no zou
Kaze no naka demo makenai you na koe de
Todokeru kotoba wo ima wa sodateteru
Pre-Chorus: Toaka
Toki wa makuragi
Kaze wa niki hada
Hoshi wa ubusuna
Hito wa kagerou
Chorus: Toaka
Nande naiteru no to kikare kotaereru
Namida nanka ja
Bokura de aeta koto no imi ni wa marude
Oitsukanai
Kono mi hitotsu ja tarinai sakebi
Kimi no te ni fureta toki ni dake furueta
Kokoro ga atta yo
Imi wo ikutsu koereba bokura wa tadori
Tsukeru no ka na
Post-Chorus: Toaka
Orokasa de ii, minikusa de ii
Tadashisa no sono saki de
Kimi to te wo toritai
Verse 2: Toaka
Omoidasenai
Taisetsu na kioku
Kotoba ni naranai
Koko ni aru omoi
Moshi ka shitara, moshi ka shitara
Sore dake de kono kokoro wa dekiteru
Bridge: Toaka
Moshi ka shitara, moshi ka shitara
Kimi ni “kizuite” to ima mo sono mune wo
Uchinarasu
Chorus: Toaka
Nandе naiteru no to kikare kotaerеru
Namida nanka ja
Bokura deaeta koto no imi ni wa
Marude oitsukanai
Kono mi hitotsu ja tarinai sakebi
Kimi no te ni fureta toki ni dake furueta
Kokoro ga atta yo
Imi wo ikutsu koereba bokura wa tadori
Tsukeru no ka na
Post-Chorus: Toaka
Orokasa de ii, minikusa de ii
Tadashisa no sono saki de
Kimi to ikite kitai
English Version of The Song Suzume
Intro: Toaka
Ru, ru-ru-ru-ru-ru
Ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru, ah
Ru, ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru
Ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru, ah
Ru, ru-ru-ru-ru-ru
Ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru, ah
Ru, ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru
Ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru, ah
Verse 1: Toaka
Red lines, blues lines you carry inside
The twain shall meet at the center of your heart
In a voice that withstands the wind
I’m bringing up the words to deliver
Pre-Chorus: Toaka
The time is orderly
The breeze is honest
The stars are young and ignorant
Driving people to move forward
Chorus: Toaka
Ask me why I cry, and I answer
With the silent tears dropping from my eyes
As if the meaning of our encounter is untraceable
Shouting by myself will never bе enough
When the hеart only starts beating
If your hand touches it
So how many meanings do we have to go over
Before finally arriving at the destination?
Post-Chorus: Toaka
Even if it’s stupid, even if it’s ugly
In the right direction
I want to move forward hand in hand with you
Verse 2: Toaka
Unable to recall those special memories
Having trouble putting these sentiments into words
Perhaps, perhaps
Only by this can the heart be bred
Bridge: Toaka
If only, if by some chance
I noticed what you said to me, is still in my heart
Reverberating
Chorus: Toaka
Ask me why I cry, and I answer
With the silent tears dropping from my eyes
As if the meaning of our encounter is untraceable
Shouting by myself will never be enough
When the heart only starts beating
If your hand touches it
So how many meanings do we have to go over
Before finally arriving at the destination?
Post-Chorus: Toaka
Even if it’s stupid, even if it’s ugly
In the right direction
I want to move forward hand in hand with you
Similar Songs Like Suzume
Here are some similar songs by Radwimps that carry a similar melodic and emotional tone to Suzume:
- Zenzenzense: A track from Your Name, featuring a catchy melody and powerful vocals, just like Suzume, conveying a mix of energy and emotion.
- Nandemonaiya: From Your Name, this song has a soft build-up with emotional depth and atmospheric sound, similar to Suzume’s reflective tone.
Similar Artists Like Radwimps
Artists who share similar emotional depth like Radwimps:
- Kenshi Yonezu
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Genres: J-Pop, Alternative Rock, Ballad
Top Albums: Sleepless Nights (2014), Daydream (2016), Sun Dance (2020)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is There Any Lyrical Video for the Song Suzume?
Yes, you can watch the lyrical video on YouTube.
