Number_i takes the stage with ‘Hard Life,’ a track from their album ‘DAiLY&SUN.’ The lyrics, crafted by MONJOE, Number_i, Pecori, and SHUN, mix self-reflection with a touch of urban poetry. The music, a collaboration with Akihiro Shiba, D.O.I., and Mitsutaka Seki, adds a dynamic backdrop to the song.
Released: September 22, 2025
Hard Life
Number_I • From “DAiLY&SUN”
DAiLY&SUN’s Hard Life Japanese Lyrics English Meaning
Number_i describes the grind of daily life, saying, ‘I wake up, brush my teeth, and bury myself in the grind.’ The lyrics weave through themes of isolation, self-doubt, and the relentless pursuit of personal goals. The poet persona hides in the city’s chaos, yet finds moments of clarity under the vast sky.
Awanai Hi Mo Marude Atteru You NiEven on days we don’t meet, it feels like we do,
Everyday Shinshi Na Furumai Ga Dekiteru Toka Omottenaiand I don’t think I act like a perfect gentleman every day.
Sonnan Gomen NasaiI’m sorry for that,
Orette Poemaabut I’m just a poet,
Moyasu Boilerburning up like a boiler.
Kensou Ni Mi Wo KakusuI hide myself in the city’s hustle,
Uso Wa Tsukenai Kara Hosomete Yo Eyesnarrowing my eyes because I can’t tell a lie.
Korya TsumariIn short, this means,
What Do U Ever Dawhat do you ever do?
AaAh.
Asa Okite Hamigaite Umaru Ballin’I wake up, brush my teeth, and bury myself in the grind.
Sameta HotoboriThe initial hype has cooled off,
Shinpai Kaketa SorryI’m sorry for making you worry.
Miwatashite HitoriI look around and find myself alone,
Nakama Nagarekomias my friends drift away.
Ima Ja Isutori Ni Mo Sankaze SudouriNow, I pass by without even joining the game of musical chairs.
Ano Hi Wa Migaita Kiba Ga Oreru Ki Ga ShitetaThat day, I felt like the fangs I’d polished were about to break.
Jibun Wo Miushinatchaisou Nara Ore No Namae Wo Tsukattara Ii JanIf you feel like you’re losing yourself, you can just use my name.
Omae Wa Usagi De Ore Wa KameYou are the rabbit and I am the turtle,
Dondake Atama Wo Tsukaou Ga Dame Dameno matter how much you overthink, it’s no use.
Yoko Ni Natte Oozora Wo MiteI lie down and stare at the vast sky,
Mikakunin No Hoshizora Ni Mukatte Bareereaching out to the unknown stars like a ballet dancer.
Kakushigoto Wa Kirai Sa Nante IenaiI can’t say that I hate keeping secrets,
Marukovitchi Mitaku Ana Ni Hairikomu Mainichicrawling into a hole every day like Malkovich.
Akari Wa KesenaiI can’t turn off the lights,
Kimi Wo Mitsumete TaiI want to keep gazing at you,
Janaito Mienai Mindotherwise I can’t see your mind.
Beats LyricsBeats, lyrics,
Iwashitai Iitai HoudaiI just want to say whatever I want.
Vibe FlowVibe, flow,
Agatteru Shape Of Mindan elevated shape of mind.
Kick SnareKick, snare,
Ataetai Mono Ni Umoreruburied in the art I want to give.
What Do U Ever DaWhat do you ever do?
AaAh.
Hard LifeHard life,
Hard Lifehard life.
Machi Wo Yuraide Mieru Keshiki GaThe scenery swaying in the city
Hito To Chigatte Ore Wa Kurattalooks different to me, and it hit me hard.
Machigaete Bakka Tte Wake Janai GaIt’s not like I’m always making mistakes,
Ore Wa Shinkaa De Omae Wa Suraidaabut I’m a sinker and you’re a slider.
Hibi Wo Tsunaida Chou Busy No LifeA super busy life connecting my days,
Ima Nara Tsukureru Saikou No Aibut right now I can create the greatest love.
Itsudemo Mitsukaru You Ni HeadlightShining like a headlight so I can always be found,
Tabun Onaji Kyoku Utatteru Nounaimy brain is probably singing the same song.
Beats LyricsBeats, lyrics,
Iwashitai Iitai HoudaiI just want to say whatever I want.
Vibe FlowVibe, flow,
Agatteru Shape Of Mindan elevated shape of mind.
Kick SnareKick, snare,
Ataetai Mono Ni Umoreruburied in the art I want to give.
What Do U Ever DaWhat do you ever do?
AaAh.
Beats LyricsBeats, lyrics,
Iwashitai Iitai HoudaiI just want to say whatever I want.
Vibe FlowVibe, flow,
Agatteru Shape Of Mindan elevated shape of mind.
Kick SnareKick, snare,
Ataetai Mono Ni Umoreruburied in the art I want to give.
What Do U Ever DaWhat do you ever do?
AaAh.
Hard Life Music Video
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