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Needle Lark Hari~Hiba (The Needle Lark)
Kneeking Records
A poetic piece where the scent of ink meets the wind of spring.
Inspired by the original Japanese poem "HariHibari(Hari Hiba)",
it explores the light and growth that dwell within imperfection.
From the passion of Barcelona to the Great Wall of China and the leaning Tower of Pisa
symbols of the world's heritage
a solitary bird lifts a single needle toward the sky,
embodying the creative spirit that pierces through stillness.
From his lifelong "Dictionary Journey,"
Sato Yoshihiro transcends the boundary between words and music
in this philosophical reggae song.
Released in 2025 by Kneeking Records.
Kneeking Records is an independent music label that transforms The Dictionary Journey into sound. The label was founded by Yoshihiro Sato, a calligrapher, a lifelong dictionary traveler, and a former kickboxing world champion. Since 2013, he has been reading Japanese dictionaries page by page writing, reflecting, and sharing words every single day. In 2025, those accumulated words and rhythms began to take musical form. The Dictionary Journey continues to this day, growing quietly and steadily, with each new word adding another layer to its living archive. Kneeking Records moves freely across genres Reggae, J-Pop, R&B, Soul, House, Gospel, Funk, Ska, and at times even Punk Rock always in pursuit of sounds that feel good to the ear. Through the rhythm of language and the intersection of calligraphy and voice, the label delivers music shaped by a distinctly personal sensibility. Before words become meaning, they already have sound. Before sound is explained, it reaches the heart. Trusting that moment, Kneeking Records keeps turning pages and keeps letting the music speak.
Kneeking Records