Bossa Bosa
| "Bossa Bosa" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Wolf Howl Harmony from Exile Tribe | |
| Released | June 25, 2025 |
| Genre | J-pop |
| Label | Rhythm Zone |
| Songwriter | Kenya Fujita |
| Composers | Chaki Zulu, T.kura |
"Bossa Bosa" is a song by the Japanese four-member boy group Wolf Howl Harmony. It was released digitally on June 25, 2025, by Rhythm Zone.[1] The lyrics were written by Kenya Fujita, and the composition was handled by Chaki Zulu and T.Kura.[2] The song was used as the commercial theme for Nagashima Spa Land's "Jumbo Seawater Pool" attraction "Mega Abyss."[3]
Background and release
The track was produced as a "wake-up song", themed around the sluggishness of waking up in the morning. It marks the group's first release after their debut album Wolf and continues the narrative of that album's lead track Bakuon.[4] The producers (DJ Daruma, Chaki Zulu, T.Kura, and Kenya Fujita) conceived the concept based on the personalities and behavior of members Suzuki and Hiroto, imagining a scenario in which the youngest member Hiroto wakes up the habitually late Suzuki.[4] For this project, an unconventional approach was taken: the concept for the music video was finalized first, and the music and performance design were developed afterward.[5]
Composition, lyrics, and musical structure
The title "Bossa Bosa" was initially given the working title "Cut The Beat," but it was changed to align with the "waking up" concept of the song. ("Bosa-bosa" is a Japanese descriptive term referring to unkempt, messy hair, typically seen when waking up.) The term "Bossa" is widely known as referring to the Brazilian music genre bossa nova (Bossa Nova), but in colloquial Portuguese, it also carries meanings such as "new feeling" or "unique style". Member Ryoji explained that this nuance of "newness" resonated with the song's direction, which continues the group's pursuit of new musical approaches following their previous work.[6] The track incorporates elements of hip hop and R&B, featuring a beat switch partway through the song. This structural shift expresses the theme of being "between dreams and reality".[7] Member Suzuki described the track as "a fully humorous uptempo song, and in the best way, the strangest and most addictive song in Wolf's discography."[8]
Music video
The music video was released on June 27, 2025. As with the previous single "Bakuon," the video was directed by Yerd, with choreography by Naoya Nagai of Lifull Alt-Rhythm.[9] The video is themed around the blending of dreams and reality, set inside a retro Japanese-style house. It begins with an electronic alarm sound and depicts the members repeatedly waking up in a loop. The contrast between pajama outfits and performance costumes, along with editing that aligns with the beat changes, creates a chaotic overall atmosphere.[7] Members of Kid Phenomenon also make cameo appearances in the video. Japanese cultural elements such as tatami rooms and traditional breakfast foods (rice, tamagoyaki) are incorporated, reflecting the intention to present Japanese aesthetics to global audiences.[8] Director Yerd stated that the goal for this video was "to create a comedic and memorable work that contrasts with the previous single 'Bakuon,' blending acting, singing, and dance."[7]
Promotion
To celebrate the release, a music card + merchandise set was sold, with a lottery entry for the "Bossa Bosa" and related event.[10][11]
References
- ^ "新曲「Bossa Bosa」を6月25日（水）リリース決定！"ボサボサ"な朝をぶち上げる、ユーモア全開のアッパーチューン - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY". 新曲「Bossa Bosa」を6月25日（水）リリース決定！"ボサボサ"な朝をぶち上げる、ユーモア全開のアッパーチューン - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY (in Japanese). 2025-06-18. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ "「Bossa Bosa/WOLF HOWL HARMONY」の歌詞 って「イイネ！」". www.uta-net.com (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ "WOLF HOWL HARMONY『Bossa Bosa』がナガシマスパーランド「ジャンボ海水プール」"メガアビス"CMソングに決定！ | LDH - LOVE + DREAM + HAPPINESS TO THE WORLD -". LDH - LOVE + DREAM + HAPPINESS TO THE WORLD - (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ a b "WOLF HOWL HARMONYがファンに寄せる信頼感 4人が最近"目覚めたもの"、初の単独ツアーへの想い". Real Sound|リアルサウンド (in Japanese). 2025-07-31. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ "WOLF HOWL HARMONY「Bossa Bosa」インタビュー——「BAKUON -爆音-」の先にある「Bossa Bosa」 | USENの音楽情報サイト「encore（アンコール）」". e.usen.com (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ 紫野, 酒井 (2025-07-03). "WOLF HOWL HARMONYがパジャマ姿で攻める新曲！ 「Bossa Bosa」はクレイジーソング？ | TOKYO HEADLINE" (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ a b c "【WOLF HOWL HARMONY（読み：ウルフハウルハーモニー）】日常に電流を走らせるジリジリとテンションを上げる目覚ましソング「Bossa Bosa」のMusic Videoが公開！ NEO EXILEとして共に活動しているKID PHENOMENONのサプライズ出演も注目！ | ニュース". エイベックス・ポータル. 2025-06-27. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ a b "寝起きでボサボサ、キュートなWOLF HOWL HARMONYを堪能できる新曲が完成「ウルフを世界に向けて発信していきたい」". ぴあ (in Japanese). 2025-06-26. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ 紫野, 酒井 (2025-06-27). "WOLF HOWL HARMONY、パジャマで体操する新曲MVを公開 | TOKYO HEADLINE" (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ "新曲「Bossa Bosa」の世界観を再現したMUSIC CARD+グッズの発売が決定！豪華特典も！ - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY". 新曲「Bossa Bosa」の世界観を再現したMUSIC CARD+グッズの発売が決定！豪華特典も！ - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY (in Japanese). 2025-07-12. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
- ^ "「Bossa Bosa」MUSIC CARD購入特典イベント の詳細決定！「Bossa Bosa SPECIAL EVENT」にもご注目！ - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY". 「Bossa Bosa」MUSIC CARD購入特典イベント の詳細決定！「Bossa Bosa SPECIAL EVENT」にもご注目！ - NEWS | WOLF HOWL HARMONY (in Japanese). 2025-07-16. Retrieved 2025-12-03.