Melody under the shade of trees

SMIRE - "Kokage no Melody"
- How a single act of kindness can gently color the world -

On a midsummer afternoon, a soft breeze brushes your cheek.
Under a shimmering sky, sunlight filters through swaying leaves, and somewhere nearby, gentle laughter drifts through the air.
SMIRE's new song "Kokage no Melody" unfolds within this peaceful scene - a story of love, warmth, and the quiet joy of being together.

From the very first notes, the listener is invited into the shade of a great tree, embraced by a comforting stillness.
The lyrics tell of the warmth in an embrace, of tears that fall and awaken a tiny bud, and of life and smiles that spread outward from that moment.
As the tree grows, people gather in its shade, sharing ripe red fruit, exchanging smiles, and feeling joy that seems to reach the sky.
It is a scene so vivid that it plays in the mind like a film, rich with color and light.

The arrangement begins with soft acoustic guitar and warm piano, then slowly blossoms as strings and airy harmonies join in.
SMIRE's voice - clear and transparent, yet deeply expressive - falls gently like dappled sunlight, carrying both tenderness and quiet strength.
In the chorus, layered harmonies swell like leaves rustling in the wind, wrapping the listener in a warm embrace.

The recurring line, "The world is dyed in kindness," captures the very heart of the song.
It is a reminder that a single kindness, offered sincerely, can ripple outward until it reaches many, becoming hope for the future.
Through the symbol of the tree's shade, the song speaks of connection, trust built over time, and the beauty of sharing joy with others.

Kokage no Melody is more than a summer vignette - it is an ode to human connection, to the patience that nurtures trust, and to the happiness that comes from sharing what we have.
When the song ends, it leaves behind the feeling that somewhere within you, a warm and gentle shade has been planted.

This summer, if your heart feels weary, let this melody guide you to that quiet shade.
There, you may find someone waiting with a smile, and perhaps a sweet piece of "happiness" just for you.