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Global Release Description: "The Beetle's Dream"
[Overview]
Experience the quintessential sound of Japanese "Setsunai" (bittersweet) pop. "The Beetle's Dream" is a profound tribute to the legendary J-POP masterpiece "Kabutomushi" by aiko. This track reimagines the vulnerability of love through the unique metaphor of a beetle-hiding a fragile heart beneath a hard, protective shell.

[The Story]
The lyrics tell a cinematic story of emotional evolution:


The Shell of Solitude: A journey that begins with a "weak self" hiding inside a hard shell, waiting for someone to melt the ice of loneliness with their warmth.


The Forest of Memories: Wandering through a "forest of sweet honey" where time stands still, capturing the fear of parting and the desire to stay by a loved one's side forever.


Metamorphosis: Years later, the protagonist learns to walk alone, eventually shedding their "hard shell" to embrace the world wearing nothing but "soft love".

[Sound & Vibe]
Set to a nostalgic 4/4 rhythm, the song blends amber-colored nostalgia with modern pop sensibilities. It captures the essence of changing seasons-from the "scent of that day" in summer to the "white silence" of winter-ensuring that the "jewelry of eternity" stored in the heart never fades.

[Artist Message]
"Even as the seasons turn and we grow older, some lights never go out." This song is for anyone who has ever loved so deeply that they felt they could never leave the 'forest' of those memories. A soul-stirring ballad that bridges the gap between 90s J-POP gold and the contemporary global stage.