Climber

Ten years ago, Toya Takase wrote a song and left a note to himself:
"When the time comes to take a real leap, I'll release this one."

That moment has finally arrived.
On his 29th birthday, alongside the release of his full album "8",
the long-kept track has taken form as "Climber."
It stands as a symbol of his twelve-year journey in music
a reflection of how far he's come, and how much further he still aims to go.

"Climber" tells a story of rising again from the ashes
of pushing past who you were yesterday to become something brighter.
The phrase "Take off the finder" carries the meaning of
letting go of other people's expectations and ideals,
and learning to see the world once more through your own eyes.

It's not a song about love or heartbreak.
It's a song about life itself
about perseverance, quiet determination, and the courage to keep moving forward,
even when the path isn't clear.

The title "Climber" represents anyone who continues to ascend,
no matter how steep the climb may be.
It is both the artist's reflection and a mirror for every listener.
With gentle strength, this song reaches out to all who keep living,
keep believing, and keep climbing toward their own light.