Bakuon (song)
| "Bakuon" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Wolf Howl Harmony from Exile Tribe | |
| from the album WOLF | |
| Released | March 12, 2025 |
| Recorded | 2025 |
| Genre | Dance, Baile Funk |
| Label | Rhythm Zone |
| Songwriters | Kenya Fujita, Chaki Zulu, T.Kura |
| Composers | Chaki Zulu, T.Kura, Kenya Fujita |
| Producers | Chaki Zulu, DJ DARUMA |
"Bakuon" (stylized as "Bakuon -爆音-") is a song by the Japanese four-member boy group Wolf Howl Harmony. It was released digitally on March 12, 2025, as the lead track from their first album Wolf.[1] The lyrics and composition were handled by Kenya Fujita, Chaki Zulu, and T.Kura.[2]
Background and release
The song was issued as the lead track from the group's first album Wolf, released on March 12, 2025.[3] Producer Chaki Zulu stated that the team “worked through trial and error to create a track that could allow Wolf Howl Harmony to take the world by storm.”[4]
Composition, lyrics, and musical structure
"Bakuon" is a dance track characterized by Chaki Zulu's intricate production style and pronounced tempo shifts. The work as a whole was created with the intention of presenting a new musical direction for the group.[5][6] The track incorporates elements of baile funk (Brazilian funk), a genre not commonly adopted by existing boy groups.[7][8] In an interview, member Ryoji referenced fellow member Ghee's Brazilian roots, stating that “an artist’s roots, clear axis, and message are essential.”[5]
Music video
The music video was released on March 12, 2025, the same day as the album. It was directed by Yerd, with choreography by Naoya Nagai, director of the professional dance team Lifull Alt-Rhythm. Many members of Lifull Alt-Rhythm also participated as dancers.[4] The video was filmed inside a ruined building, featuring the four members performing choreography within a dystopian visual setting.[9]
Promotion and performances
Wolf Howl Harmony made their first appearance on the TBS music program CDTV Live! Live! on May 5, 2025, performing the song.[10][11]
References
- ^ "1st ALBUM『WOLF』のリード曲「BAKUON -爆音-」の収録が決定！ - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY". 1st ALBUM『WOLF』のリード曲「BAKUON -爆音-」の収録が決定！ - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY (in Japanese). 2025-03-07. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ "「爆音 -BAKUON-/WOLF HOWL HARMONY」の歌詞 って「イイネ！」". www.uta-net.com (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ "【情報更新】WOLF HOWL HARMONY 1st Album『WOLF』2025/3/12(水)Release!! | NEWS". EXILE TRIBE mobile (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ a b "1st ALBUM『WOLF』のリード曲「BAKUON -爆音-」のMusic Videoが公開！"MAJOR"という頂点を掴みにいく"意思を込めた史上最大規模のMusic Videoに！ - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY". 1st ALBUM『WOLF』のリード曲「BAKUON -爆音-」のMusic Videoが公開！”MAJOR”という頂点を掴みにいく”意思を込めた史上最大規模のMusic Videoに！ - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY (in Japanese). 2025-03-12. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ a b Hasegawa）, 長谷川 チエ（Chie. "【WOLF HOWL HARMONYインタビュー後編】1st Album『WOLF』発、クラシック＆アバンギャルドな東京カルチャー" (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ "WOLF HOWL HARMONYがグループについて再認識したこと「楽しいだけじゃなくて辛いことも乗り越えられる4人でよかった」". ぴあ (in Japanese). 2025-03-18. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ^ "【WOLF HOWL HARMONY】ファンの皆さんとの絆もどんどん強まってきてるなって感じます。 | コラム". エイベックス・ポータル. 2025-11-26. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ Mohan, Sharvamaya (2025-12-09). "WOLF HOWL HARMONY electrify BIG MOUNTAIN debut with a powerful performance — gig report". WOLF HOWL HARMONY electrify BIG MOUNTAIN debut with a powerful performance — gig report | Bandwagon | Music media championing and spotlighting music in Asia. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ^ "WOLF HOWL HARMONY、初アルバムのリード曲「BAKUON -爆音-」のMV公開!D.LEAGUEで活躍するダンスチームとコラボ | 推しが見つかる!ダンス&ボーカルグループ専門情報サイト|トピクル". 推しが見つかる！ダンス＆ボーカルグループ専門情報サイト｜トピクル (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ "TBSテレビ『CDTVライブ!ライブ!3時間半SP（生放送）』出演 - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY". TBSテレビ『CDTVライブ!ライブ!3時間半SP（生放送）』出演 - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY (in Japanese). 2025-04-28. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ Inc, Natasha. "次週「CDTVライブ！ライブ！」に櫻坂46、超特急、超とき宣ら登場！Vaundyは5週連続出演". 音楽ナタリー (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-18.
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