Artoon!, an art creator group from Tokyo University of the Arts, releases second original song 'Baka to Kusuri' on May 28
Artoon!, an art creator group operated by baton Inc., released their second original song, 'Baka to Kusuri,' on YouTube on May 28. The members handled everything from songwriting to music video production, and they are scheduled to hold their first live concert at WWW, Shibuya, on August 27.
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Artoon!, an art-focused creator group operated by baton Inc. (Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yosuke Kinugawa), released their second original song, 'Baka to Kusuri,' on YouTube on Thursday, May 28.
Founded by members from the Tokyo University of the Arts, Artoon! operates under the concept of 'making art more accessible.' Following their first original song, 'Rari-koppai,' released on Thursday, March 19, they released 'Baka to Kusuri' ( https://youtu.be/ExEzZJFNnHk ) on YouTube at 8:00 PM on Thursday, May 28.
Like their first release, all aspects of this second song—including songwriting, lyrics, vocals, strings arrangement, recording, mixing, mastering, and the filming/editing and direction of the music video—were handled by the members themselves. Oban wrote the lyrics and music, and Okeie took on the challenge of directing for the first time.
Artoon!'s new song is a high-speed rock track featuring a double-vocal performance by Okeie and Oban. The track utilizes a double-vocal arrangement, with drummer Oban, who also wrote the lyrics and music, participating in vocals. His rap parts, in particular, add a sharp accent to the song with his drummer-specific sense of rhythm and word delivery. Vocalist Okeie sings the melody straight, further elevating the exhilaration typical of a rock track.
The rushing band sound, the contrast between singing and rapping, and the energy that engages the audience—this is a new rock tune from Artoon! that truly shines in a live setting. The music video portrays a person struggling to find their own salvation while holding onto regrets.
The theme set by Oban, who wrote the song, is 'There is no cure for being a fool, but fools can still find ways to be saved.' Okeie, who directed the video, delved into the image of a lovable person who cannot live efficiently, knows pain through detours, and is somehow endearing. Intertwining nostalgic scenery with impactful scenes, the video depicts the world of the song where regret and impulse intersect.
Furthermore, the group is scheduled to hold their first music live performance on Thursday, August 27. The four members of the music group—Okeie, Yano, Ikeda, and Oban—will perform. The art group will also participate in the production and costumes for the concert.
Founded by members from the Tokyo University of the Arts, Artoon! operates under the concept of 'making art more accessible.' Following their first original song, 'Rari-koppai,' released on Thursday, March 19, they released 'Baka to Kusuri' ( https://youtu.be/ExEzZJFNnHk ) on YouTube at 8:00 PM on Thursday, May 28.
Like their first release, all aspects of this second song—including songwriting, lyrics, vocals, strings arrangement, recording, mixing, mastering, and the filming/editing and direction of the music video—were handled by the members themselves. Oban wrote the lyrics and music, and Okeie took on the challenge of directing for the first time.
Artoon!'s new song is a high-speed rock track featuring a double-vocal performance by Okeie and Oban. The track utilizes a double-vocal arrangement, with drummer Oban, who also wrote the lyrics and music, participating in vocals. His rap parts, in particular, add a sharp accent to the song with his drummer-specific sense of rhythm and word delivery. Vocalist Okeie sings the melody straight, further elevating the exhilaration typical of a rock track.
The rushing band sound, the contrast between singing and rapping, and the energy that engages the audience—this is a new rock tune from Artoon! that truly shines in a live setting. The music video portrays a person struggling to find their own salvation while holding onto regrets.
The theme set by Oban, who wrote the song, is 'There is no cure for being a fool, but fools can still find ways to be saved.' Okeie, who directed the video, delved into the image of a lovable person who cannot live efficiently, knows pain through detours, and is somehow endearing. Intertwining nostalgic scenery with impactful scenes, the video depicts the world of the song where regret and impulse intersect.
Furthermore, the group is scheduled to hold their first music live performance on Thursday, August 27. The four members of the music group—Okeie, Yano, Ikeda, and Oban—will perform. The art group will also participate in the production and costumes for the concert.
FAQ
「アートゥーン！」とはどのようなグループですか？
「芸術をもっと身近に」をコンセプトに活動する、東京藝術大学出身のメンバーで結成されたクリエイター集団です。
新曲「馬鹿と薬」の音楽的な特徴は何ですか？
疾走感あふれるロックサウンドを軸にしたダブルボーカル編成の楽曲で、ドラマーのおばんによるラップパートが鋭いアクセントとなっています。
新曲の制作体制について教えてください。
作詞、作曲、歌唱、ストリングスアレンジ、録音、ミックス、マスタリング、ミュージックビデオの撮影・編集、監督まで、すべてメンバー自身が担当しています。
アートゥーン！の今後の活動予定はありますか？
2026年8月27日（木）に、グループ初となる音楽ライブを東京・渋谷のWWWで開催する予定です。
ミュージックビデオのテーマは何ですか？
「馬鹿につける薬はないが、馬鹿なりに救われる方法を探している」というテーマのもと、後悔を抱えながら自分なりの救いを探す人物像が描かれています。