Official Hige Dandism to do theme song for film "Hyakuemu."; original author Uoto draws new jacket art
Official Hige Dandism's new song "Rashisa" has been chosen as the theme song for the film "Hyakuemu.," which opens on September 19.
"Hyakuemu." is a feature-length anime film based on the serialized debut work of manga artist Uoto, who became the youngest-ever winner of the Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize Grand Prize for "Chi: On the Movements of the Earth." The work depicts those captivated by the 100-meter dash in the world of track and field. Tori Matsuzaka plays Togashi, a naturally fast "talent type," while Shota Sometani plays Komiya, a "hard-working type" who becomes engrossed in the 100-meter dash after his encounter with Togashi.
Regarding the theme song "Rashisa," Official Hige Dandism commented, "The work 'Hyakuemu.' moved and fired us up many times. The world is full of formidable enemies, from opponents you can never beat to the part of yourself that always gets in your way. But we also created this song as an anthem for everyone who struggles and fights back against those 'absolutes,' without accepting or getting used to them." A trailer for the film using "Rashisa" is now available on YouTube.
It has also been announced that "Rashisa" will be released digitally on August 6. The jacket art features an illustration newly drawn by Uoto, who was inspired by the song. Furthermore, a campaign started today, July 18, on Apple Music and Spotify for those who Pre-Add / Pre-Save "Rashisa." Those who sign up will receive unreleased photos from the "OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM LIVE at STADIUM 2025" stadium tour, which was held from May to June.
Official Hige Dandism Comment
The work "Hyakuemu." moved and fired up my heart many times. I was very happy to be able to create the theme song for such a work. The song is called "Rashisa." The world is full of formidable enemies, from opponents you can never beat to the part of yourself that always gets in your way. But we also created this song as an anthem for everyone who struggles and fights back against those "absolutes," without accepting or getting used to them. We hope it will enrich the film and stay close to the daily lives of everyone who listens.
Source: Music Natalie
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