CONTON CANDY brings a powerful mix of hope and resilience in ‘Rookies’. Suzuki Sayaka and Tsumugi Yashima write lyrics that reflect on growth and determination. The song’s melody, crafted by Michifumi Onodera and Masahiko Fukui, amplifies its heartfelt message.
Released: January 25, 2026
Rookies
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Rookies Lyrics English Translation by Conton Candy
Sayaka pens a line that stands out: ‘Bloom in full glory, you seeds of past regrets.’ This captures the song’s theme of turning struggles into strength. The songwriter uses the metaphor of seeds to show how even past failures can lead to future triumphs.
Kiseki wo miruI see a miracle,
Wasurerarenai shoudouan unforgettable urge.
Te ni toru unmei koko ni ima kakeruI’m betting on the destiny I’ve grabbed right here, right now.
Koronda kazu dakeEach time I fall,
Jishin ga sogareteikuit chips away at my confidence.
Douka hibi yo mukuwarete kurenai kaPlease, won’t these days finally pay off?
Naitemo ashita wo ikirareta no waI’ve lived for tomorrow even through my tears,
Sore hodo tsuyoi omoi ga aru karabecause my feelings are just that strong.
Sakihokore itsuka no kuyashisa no tane yoBloom in full glory, you seeds of past regrets!
Kanashimi mo gyutto atatakakuteEven sadness feels tight and warm,
Kurushimi mo kitto tsutsunde kureruand I’m sure this pain will wrap around me.
Aa kimi ni deaete yokattaOh, I’m so glad I met you.
Mada watashi tsuyoku narerundaI can still become even stronger.
We are RookiesWe’re rookies.
TsukamikaketaI almost had it in my grasp,
Kotae wo nakushitemobut even if I lose the answer now,
Ano hi ano toki ga ima wo tsunaide kureru no kittothat day and that moment will surely keep me connected to the present.
Dakara ima wa ganbare janakute daijoubu wo ageru yoSo for now, instead of ‘do your best,’ I’ll just tell you ‘it’s okay.’
Kanashimi mo gyutto atatakakuteEven sadness feels tight and warm,
Kurushimi mo kitto tsutsunde kureruand I’m sure this pain will wrap around me.
Aa hibi ni deaete yokattaOh, I’m glad I went through these days.
Mada koko de tsuyoku narerundaI can still get stronger right here.
We are RookiesWe’re rookies.
Kanashimi ga kokoro mushibandemoEven if sadness eats away at my heart,
Kurushimi ga me no mae saegittemoand even if pain blocks my path,
Aa kimi ni deaete yokattaoh, I’m so glad I met you.
Tada sore dake deJust that alone is enough.
Kanashimi mo gyutto atatakakuteEven sadness feels tight and warm,
Kurushimi mo kitto tsutsunde kureruand I’m sure this pain will wrap around me.
Aa kimi ni deaete yokattaOh, I’m so glad I met you.
Mada watashi tsuyoku narerundaI can still become even stronger.
We are RookiesWe’re rookies.
Rookies Music Video
The meaning behind ‘Rookies’ is about finding strength in vulnerability. CONTON CANDY delivers this message with sincerity, making it a relatable anthem for anyone pushing through tough times.