Yuki to Perform the New Opening for TV Anime March Comes in Like a Lion!

The TV anime series March Comes in Like a Lion will be continuing its intruiging and heartfelt story in 2017, and it’s been decided that singer Yuki will be performing a piece titled “Goodbye Bystander” as its new opening theme!

The single, which releases Feb. 1, 2017, was also written by Yuki. Taking direction from series author Chica Umino, Yuki has stated that this piece has a little more of her in it than usual. Channeling personal experiences to connect with the protagonist Rei on a deeper level, they’ve made sure that the piece is a beautiful rendition of the message the series itself tries to convey.

Read on for Yuki’s thoughts on being the artist chosen for the new opening!

Song Title: Goodbye Bystander
Artist: Yuki
Release Date: Feb. 1, 2017
Price: CD & DVD (1,429 yen plus tax) / CD (971 yen plus tax)

Yuki’s Thoughts
“I’m overjoyed to be working on the opening theme for March Comes in Like a Lion! This is something I’ve really wanted to be involved with, so I’m especially honored to be entrusted with conveying the message that Chica envisions.

“It’s incredibly easy to get sucked into Rei’s world; I find myself empathizing with his struggle to connect with peers and the people around him. And when he finally has a chance to interact with others in a meaningful way, those interactions take him to new places, and offer him new experiences - for better or for worse. I can relate; it seems like I’m always experiencing something like that too. But, I’ve long made the decision to set aside the passive bystander inside me.

“With ‘Goodbye Bystander,’ I tried channeling that decision to convey what Rei is feeling currently. After all, in order to protect the girls in his life that he’s come to care for, little by little, he starts walking and moving forward on his own two feet. It’s incredibly satisfying and fun to see Rei grow into the person he was meant to be, but it’s also difficult, bittersweet even, to watch him leave behind a part of himself. I’m always cheering him on and supporting him in my heart!

“Chica, I’m in love with March Comes in Like a Lion - thank you so much for the opportunity!”

© Chica Umino, Hakusensha / March Comes in Like a Lion Production Committee

Source: PR TIMES

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