Hiyn and Ofeen collaborate to create ‘Ohaguro,’ a song that mixes traditional Japanese imagery with modern defiance. The lyricist writes about breaking free from societal norms, while TERUYUKI TAKATSU joins to craft a melody that blends tradition and rebellion. The track starts with a bold statement, as the singer heads to a party alone, showcasing her ‘ohaguro’ blackened teeth.
Released: February 4, 2026
Ohaguro
Luv
Lyricist
Hiyn, Ofeen
Composer
Hiyn, Ofeen, Teruyuki Takatsu
Ohaguro Lyrics Translation – Luv
The lyrics talk about reclaiming beauty and identity, using symbols like ‘ohaguro’ and ‘urushi’ lacquer. Hiyn describes a shift from being shaped by others’ rules to embracing her true self. A key line, ‘I’m taking back the beauty of tradition,’ shows the song’s focus on empowerment and self-love.
To the party aloneI’m heading to the party alone,
Misete ageru wa ohaguroto show you my ‘ohaguro’ blackened teeth.
HaHa.
Yume de haitaI spat it out in a dream.
Kono mama keep thisJust keep this as it is,
Utsukushii naraif it’s truly beautiful.
HaHa.
Afureta kono mawari no meThe eyes watching me are overflowing.
Washi ni nokosenai waI can’t leave this behind.
HaHa.
Take back dentou no biI’m taking back the beauty of tradition.
Hane nobashite mouIt’s time to spread my wings now.
Atashi de iru koto ga sou ne mawatteBeing myself is how I’m moving forward,
Beni to sumi to dewith crimson rouge and black ink.
Shiranai tobari no mukou eI’m heading past that unknown veil.
Kore ga atashi yoThis is who I am.
Oshiroi o tokashitekuI’m washing away the ‘oshiroi’ white powder.
Kono mama wasurete ii noIs it okay to just forget it all like this?
Tsuyadatta atashi no kuchiMy mouth was so vibrant,
Ohaguro aishiteso love my ‘ohaguro’ blackened teeth.
Kore made wa anata no ruuru ni nuraretatteI’ve been painted by your rules until now,
Urushi no you ni oou dakebut it was just a layer, like ‘urushi’ lacquer.
Hibachi no hai ni koi umeteI’ll bury this love in the ‘hibachi’ charcoal brazier ashes.
Ohaguro aishiteLove my ‘ohaguro’ blackened teeth.
Kore made sa anata no ruuru ja oyobanai waThat’s enough, your rules don’t apply here anymore.
Ohaguro to anata no futokoro deBetween my ‘ohaguro’ and your embrace,
Ha unyuha unyu,
Shirotae matoitotta atashi no jidaimy era of wearing pure white has begun.
Hikaru wa kuroThe black is what truly shines.
Ukiyobanashi ni wa nageburoI’m throwing this idle gossip away.
If you want to understand ‘Ohaguro,’ the lyrics highlight breaking free and embracing tradition in a modern way. The song features Hiyn, Ofeen, and TERUYUKI TAKATSU, blending cultural pride with personal growth.