Matsushita Kohei releases cover photo and track list for new song "I Love You"

■ “I created a sad song that brings together the gentle and beautiful sound arrangements of Kentaro Kanno for a heart that has yet to be healed.” (Kouhei Matsushita)

The cover photo of the new single “Aishiterutte Itte Mitemo Iikana” by Kohei Matsushita, to be released on November 6th, has been released. Details of the coupling songs and bonus tracks that will only be included in the regular edition have also been announced.

The title song, “Aishiterutte Itte Mitemo Iikana” is a gem of a love song that fully displays Matsushita Kohei’s charm as a singer. The song was created after detailed discussions with androp’s Uchizawa Takahito, who was in charge of providing the song, and captures the moment when you want to overcome the misunderstandings and conflicts that occur while walking with your partner and want to express the straightforward words of love, “I love you,” which you would normally hesitate to say. Matsushita Kohei’s soulful singing, backed by his skillful chorus work and roots, is a must-listen.

The title of the coupling song announced this time is “I Hate You.” The lyrics and music were written by Matsushita himself, and the arrangement was done by his good friend Kanno Kentaro. It is a song that vividly depicts the sense of loss of a loved one, and is a lament that vividly expresses the unhealed emotions of a mixture of love and hate.

In addition, the bonus track included only on the regular edition of the single is an acoustic version of the title song “Aishiterutte Itte Mitemo Iikana.” The minimalist arrangement, consisting only of acoustic guitar, highlights the charm of Kohei Matsushita’s singing voice, allowing you to immerse yourself in the world of the lyrics.

He will also be talking about these songs on his regular J-WAVE program “DK SELECT WEEKEND LIVING,” which will air on September 6th at 11:30pm, so be sure to check it out.

In addition to the three jacket photos for the new single “Aishiterutte Itte Mitemo Iikana” (limited edition, first press limited edition, regular edition), the design of the mini jacket key chain that will be included in the VICTOR ONLINE STORE exclusive set has also been revealed. The front design of the mini jacket key chain features the jacket photo of the regular edition, while the back design features an exclusive design for the mini jacket key chain. It will be released in limited quantities, so make sure to reserve early. More information is scheduled to be announced in the future.

*Main photo: “May I Tell You I Love You” regular edition jacket

■Comment from Kohei Matsushita
I started working on “I Hate You” because I wanted to sing about a worldview that is the complete opposite of the lead track “Can I Tell You I Love You?”
The emptiness that comes when the most precious thing in the world suddenly becomes trash one day, and the cruelty of time that cannot be rewound.
This is a sad song that comforts those whose hearts are not fully healed, with Kanno Kentaro’s gentle and beautiful sound arrangement.