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go!go!vanillas Craft Emotional "Dandelion" Anthem for Anime Hit "SAKAMOTO DAYS"
4 Aug
Summary
- "Dandelion" is the new ending theme for season 2 of the anime SAKAMOTO DAYS
- go!go!vanillas blended synth-pop and rock elements to capture the show's themes
- Band drew inspiration from French band M83 and 2005 synth-rock sounds

In a recent interview, the members of the Japanese band go!go!vanillas discussed the creation of their new song "Dandelion," which is the ending theme for season 2 of the popular anime SAKAMOTO DAYS. The group was approached to write the theme after the show's producers were impressed by their latest album, Lab.
Vocalist and guitarist Tatsuya Maki explained that he was captivated by the manga's unique blend of Shonen Jump-style action and modern storytelling. He focused the lyrics on the main character Sakamoto's complex emotions, contrasting his past as a legendary hitman with his newfound life as a family man. The band also drew inspiration from the French band M83 and the synth-rock sounds that were popular in the mid-2000s, blending sophisticated synth-pop with their rock-influenced sound.
The band members noted that writing the bass part was a particular challenge, as they wanted to create a floating, sustained feel that would complement the song's emotional core. The result is a captivating, heartfelt anthem that powerfully captures the themes of SAKAMOTO DAYS. With the anime's growing popularity worldwide, the band hopes "Dandelion" will resonate with fans both in Japan and abroad.