Crimson Tales Front Cover

Lyric

Kago Me Cipher

KIRI

籠の中の鳥

Trapped inside the riddle's core

かごめかごめ 籠の中の鳥は

いついつ出やる 夜明けと共に

後ろの正面だあれ

答えは影の中に隠れてる

Round and round we play the game

Circle tight, no one's to blame

子供の歌に隠された真実

忍びの掟を歌で伝える

誰が敵で誰が味方か

見えない糸で繋がってる

かごめかごめ

Spinning in the dark

籠の中の秘密

Question mark

後ろの正面

Who's behind the mask

答えを探して

That's my task

鶴と亀が滑った後に

本当の姿が現れる

Guess who's watching from the shadows deep

Secrets that the children keep

遊びの中に込められた

先祖からのメッセージ

夜明けまで続く問いかけ

真実は闇の向こう側

かごめかごめ

Spinning in the dark

籠の中の秘密

Question mark

後ろの正面

Who's behind the mask

答えを探して

That's my task

円を描いて回る運命

Eternal cycle, truth and lies blend

籠目の向こうに見えるもの

Ancient wisdom, modern tone

かごめかごめ

Spinning in the dark

籠の中の秘密

Question mark

後ろの正面

Who's behind the mask

答えを探して

That's my task

夜が明けても

The riddle remains

  • Lyricist

    KIRI

  • Composer

    KIRI

  • Producer

    KIRI

  • Vocals

    KIRI

Crimson Tales Front Cover

Listen to Kago Me Cipher by KIRI

Streaming / Download

  • 1

    Momotarou Testament

    KIRI

  • ⚫︎

    Kago Me Cipher

    KIRI

  • 3

    Urashima Time Warp

    KIRI

  • 4

    Hanasakajijii Karma

    KIRI

  • 5

    Akaoni Aooni Duality

    KIRI

  • 6

    Touri Yanse Checkpoint

    KIRI

  • 7

    Issunboushi Giant Heart

    KIRI

  • 8

    Kintarou Wild Child

    KIRI

  • 9

    Shita Kiri Suzume Betrayal

    KIRI

  • 10

    Tsuru No Ongaeshi Sacrifice

    KIRI

Crimson Tales is a conceptual album that reimagines classic Japanese folktales and fairy tales through contemporary hip-hop production. Familiar stories like Momotaro, Urashima Taro, and Issun-boshi are brought to life through an innovative fusion of traditional Japanese instruments including shakuhachi flute, koto, and taiko drums with orchestral hip-hop elements. Each track reinterprets these timeless narratives from a modern perspective, showcasing diverse musical expressions ranging from aggressive beats to melancholic melodies. The ten musical chapters create a sonic journey where ancient Japanese heritage meets urban contemporary sensibilities, offering listeners an immersive experience that bridges the gap between tradition and innovation.

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