Number_i’s ‘SQUARE_ONE’ brings a bold mix of self-reflection and ambition. PUNPEE writes and composes the track, blending sharp lyrics with a dynamic beat. The tune sets the tone for an energetic story about starting over and chasing dreams.
Released: May 27, 2024
SQUARE_ONE
Number_I • From “No.O -ring”
SQUARE_ONE Lyrics Translation Number_I | No.O -ring
The narrator describes life as a ‘constantly spinning etude,’ highlighting the endless grind of ambition. A standout line, ‘Real life starts once the gold plating peels off,’ speaks to embracing authenticity over superficial success. PUNPEE uses vivid imagery like Jenga and broken ‘i’s to illustrate the ups and downs of the journey.
Shosetsu kono hajimari ni wa atta yo naThis novel had a beginning, didn’t it?
Purorougu wa hyoushi ni wa nonnaiBut the prologue doesn’t make it onto the cover.
Kono tobirae wa marude ToriyamaThis title page looks just like a ‘Toriyama’ sketch,
Kore ga bokura no Square_oneand this is our Square One.
Fakushimiri houkai hakushi datta A4 no youshi niLike a facsimile falling apart, on a blank sheet of A4 paper,
Desutinii wo soushuushinwe’re sending and receiving our destiny.
Sabita kono chain kudaku kuroobi entaateinaaWe’re the black belt entertainers crushing these rusted chains.
Kono sekai wa jenga i ain’t nothing but a numberThis world is like Jenga, and I ain’t nothing but a number.
Teppen toru made hizakurigeWe’re traveling on foot until we take the top spot.
Sai to saji nagete mata furidashi eRolling the dice and throwing in the towel, just to start over again.
Mada fui ni fuan ga fuon ni hohoemu yoAnxiety still smiles at me suddenly and ominously,
Mushikui to sura mo tomo ni hashirubut I’ll run alongside even the moth-eaten parts.
Jinsei wa mawari mawaru echuudo (you already know)Life is a constantly spinning etude (you already know).
Kiyagarecchuu noI said bring it on!
Jissai chikyuu wa mawaru ze shocchuu ima moThe Earth actually keeps on spinning, even right now,
Nanimo ki ni mo tomezu round & roundpaying no mind to anything as it goes round and round.
Teppen wa kiri ga nai kara be your own top (kimi no toppu)There’s no limit to the summit, so just be your own top (your own peak).
Tsureteku yoI’m taking you with me.
Mekki hagarete kara ga jinsei da you knowReal life starts once the gold plating peels off, you know.
Nanimo kangaeru na kanjiroDon’t think about a thing, just feel it.
Mukanjou na ai no jidai ni kowarekaketaBroken down in this era of emotionless love,
Togireta i de tsunaideku wherever we arewe connect with a broken ‘i’ wherever we are.
Kimi to ireba dou ni ka naru kedo ikanakuchaIt would all work out if I stayed with you, but I have to go.
Kono tabi wa the sky’s the limit (from Square One)On this journey, the sky’s the limit (from Square One).
Yumemigachi ga yume wo misetai yoThe dreamer wants to show you a dream.
Toriaezu Number_ one ja nai ttsu noI keep telling you, I’m not Number One just for now.
Take it to the top from Emoji taikokuTake it to the top from the land of ‘Emoji’.
Yume tsumekomu menbou ire sakebeCram your dreams in tight and scream,
Yatsu no otoori desumake way, he’s coming through!
What’s up i de doru kasegu shoumeishoWhat’s up? Earning dollars with ‘i’ is my proof of identity.
Taishi Yukichi to kite Shou deshoAfter the Prince and ‘Yukichi’, it has to be Sho next, right?
Kami yori koukyuu sushi kuu GOATA G.O.A.T. eating sushi more high-class than the gods.
Tamanya Kishi-kun ogorinasaiOnce in a while, Kishi, you should treat us!
Ogori takaburanaiBut I won’t get arrogant or haughty.
Umidasenai hamidasenai nara bakazu fumi amidasebaIf you can’t create or stand out, just gain experience and devise a way.
Hito to kurabetara saikou ja nai minaComparing yourself to others isn’t the best move for anyone.
Doko made ikedo Square_oneNo matter how far we go, it’s always Square One.
Jinsei wa mawari mawaru echuudo (you already know)Life is a constantly spinning etude (you already know).
Kiyagarecchuu noI said bring it on!
Jissai chikyuu wa mawaru ze shocchuu ima moThe Earth actually keeps on spinning, even right now,
Nanimo ki ni mo tomezu round & roundpaying no mind to anything as it goes round and round.
Teppen wa kiri ga nai kara be your own top (kimi no toppu)There’s no limit to the summit, so just be your own top (your own peak).
Tsureteku yoI’m taking you with me.
Mekki hagarete kara ga jinsei da you knowReal life starts once the gold plating peels off, you know.
Nanimo kangaeru na kanjiroDon’t think about a thing, just feel it.
Mukanjou na ai no jidai ni kowarekaketaBroken down in this era of emotionless love,
Togireta i de tsunaideku wherever we arewe connect with a broken ‘i’ wherever we are.
Kimi to ireba dou ni ka naru kedo ikanakuchaIt would all work out if I stayed with you, but I have to go.
Kono tabi wa the sky’s the limit (from Square One)On this journey, the sky’s the limit (from Square One).
Yumemigachi ga yume wo misetai yoThe dreamer wants to show you a dream.
Shosetsu kono hajimari ni wa atta yo naThis novel had a beginning, didn’t it?
Epiroogu sebyoushi ni wa nonnaiBut the epilogue doesn’t fit on the book’s spine.
Aruita basho shika michi ni nannai naOnly the places we’ve walked will ever become the path,
Kore ga bokura no Square_oneand this is our Square One.
SQUARE_ONE Music Video
‘SQUARE_ONE’ lyrics are about resilience and self-discovery. Number_i’s track, from the album ‘No.O -ring,’ offers a powerful anthem for anyone striving to begin again.