Megitsune

BABYMETAL

About Megitsune

"Megitsune" (メギツネ, "Vixen") is the second major label single by the Japanese heavy metal band Babymetal. It was released in Japan on June 19, 2013 as the fifth single from the album Babymetal. It is also the first single released independently from the idol group Sakura Gakuin.


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2014
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おめかしキツネさん
(Chiki chiki ワッショイ Chiki chiki ワッショイ!)
ツインテなびかせて
(Hira hira ワッショイ Hira hira ワッショイ!)
はじけてドロンして
(Kuru kuru ワッショイ Kuru kuru ワッショイ!)

いざゆけ七変化

コンコンコンコッ コンコンコッコン!

古(いにしえ)の 乙女達よ
かりそめの 夢に踊る
幾千の時を超えて
今を生きる

あ〜 そうよ いつでも 女は女優よ
キツネじゃない キツネじゃない
乙女な メギツネ

あ〜 ヤマトナデシク 女は変わるの
顔で笑って 心で泣いて
「そうよね」って
涙はみせないの

キツネ キツネ ワタシハ メギツネ オンナハジョユウヨ

古(いにしえ)の 乙女達よ
かりそめの 夢に歌う
幾千の時を超えて
現代(ここ)に生きる

あ そうよ いつでも女は女優よ
キツネじゃない キツネじゃない
乙女は
なめたらいかんぜよ

あ〜 ヤマトナデシク 女は変わるの
ずっと いつも 消えない様に
花火を上げるの

あ 咲いて散るのが 女の運命(さだめ)よ
顔で笑って 心で泣いて
純情 乙女な メギツネよ

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BABYMETAL

Babymetal (Japanese: ベビーメタル, Hepburn: Bebīmetaru) is a Japanese kawaii metal band consisting of Suzuka Nakamoto as "Su-metal", Moa Kikuchi as "Moametal" and Momoko Okazaki as "Momometal". The band is produced by Kobametal from the Amuse talent agency. Their vocals are backed by heavy metal instrumentation, performed by a group of session musicians known as the "Kami Band" at performances. The band was formed in 2010, with the original lineup of Su-metal (vocal and dance), Moametal (scream and dance), and Yui Mizuno as "Yuimetal" (scream and dance), with the concept of creating a fusion of the heavy metal and Japanese idol genres. Originally a sub-unit of the Japanese idol group Sakura Gakuin, Babymetal became an independent act in 2013, following Nakamoto's d… more »

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Written by: Mk Metal, Norimetal

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12 facts about this song

Release Information
"Megitsune" is the second single of the Japanese heavy metal band BABYMETAL. It was officially released on June 19, 2013.
Album Inclusion
This song is also included in their debut self-titled album, "BABYMETAL", which was released in February 2014.
Song Theme
"Megitsune" translates to "female fox" in English. The song delves into themes of female empowerment and subverts the societal expectations upon women.
Mix of Genres
"Megitsune" is a great example of BABYMETAL's signature blend of J-Pop (Japanese pop) and heavy metal music, also referred to as "kawaii (cute) metal."
Chart Performance
Upon its release, the song peaked at number 7 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart in Japan.
Live Performances
"Megitsune" has been performed by the band on many prominent stages and music festivals around the world. One of their memorable performances was at the Glastonbury Festival in 2019.
Song Length
The song has a duration of four minutes and ten seconds (4:10) making it one of the longer tracks released by BABYMETAL.
Signature Fox Mask
In the music video for "Megitsune", the lead vocalist, Suzuka Nakamoto is seen wearing a traditional Japanese fox (Kitsune) mask, which is now often associated with the band's image.
Traditional Instrument Use
The song incorporates traditional Japanese instruments, like the koto and shamisen, enhancing its heavy metal soundscape with ethnic musical tones.
High-Profile Producers
"Megitsune" was produced by the acclaimed Japanese producer, Kobametal, who has been instrumental in shaping BABYMETAL's sound and global popularity.
Vocal Arrangements
The song showcases impressive vocal arrangements, with the band's lead vocalist, Suzuka Nakamoto, delivering both powerful and delicate vocal performances. The two other members, Moa Kikuchi and Yui Mizuno, provide backing vocals and coordinated dance routines.
Song's Popularity
Despite being released several years ago, "Megitsune" continues to be one of BABYMETAL's most popular songs and a fan favorite.

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