涙のふるさと

涙のふるさと starts so gentle and builds into that classic BUMP OF CHICKEN swell—the piano melody on the first track really pulls you in. For a single it's got great replay value, both songs feel complete.

I’ve been listening to “涙のふるさと” on repeat all week, and the transition between the two tracks feels like a complete emotional journey. The second song especially, with its vivid imagery of a red sky, really stuck with me after the first few plays.

The second track “真っ赤な空を見ただろうか” is the one that’s stuck with me—it builds slower but hits harder. Would’ve liked a bit more variety in the B-side, but as a single it’s solid for repeat listens.