ILLIT's original song 'Sunday Morning' is out, featured as the opening for anime 'Hime-sama 'Goumon' no Jikan desu' Season 2.
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ILLIT's new original Japanese song has been released and is attracting attention. The 2nd digital single 'Sunday Morning' by ILLIT has been distributed today (13th) as the opening theme for the TV anime 'Hime-sama 'Goumon' no Jikan desu' Season 2. Along with this, the music video has also been released and is drawing attention. 'Sunday Morning' is a J-POP ROCK style song depicting the 'great power of a heart in love' that cannot be stopped by anyone. It expresses the feelings of a girl experiencing the ups and downs of love, feeling stronger or conversely feeling weakness and loneliness. The song portrays the sparkling emotions of being infatuated with someone you want to meet every Sunday morning, mixed with the heart-wrenching longing of love. The pleasant melody matches ILLIT's clear tone, captivating the listeners. The released music video is a comical depiction set in a magical restaurant 'Sunday Morning' that opens only on Sundays, showcasing ILLIT captivating customers with food and performances. Various scenes unfold as they wear classical uniforms and serve, dance, and cook. The syrupy pancakes and café menu match the opening song of the TV anime 'Hime-sama 'Goumon' no Jikan desu', and elements reminiscent of the animals appearing in the work are incorporated, making it an enjoyable visual experience. The TV anime 'Hime-sama 'Goumon' no Jikan desu' Season 2, which features this song as its opening theme, started airing on the 12th. The first episode also featured characters dancing to 'Sunday Morning', which became a topic of discussion. Attention is also drawn to the production team of the song. This time, the 2000-born artist Mega Shinnosuke, who has produced several viral hits on TikTok, participated in the production, resulting in a song that captures the heart with just one listen. Expectations are high for the return of 'short-form powerhouse' ILLIT. Their first original Japanese song 'Almond Chocolate', released last February, followed their debut hit 'Magnetic'. Anticipation is rising for the new song 'Sunday Morning'. Release Information: Japan's 2nd digital single 'Sunday Morning' distribution date: January 13, 2026 (Tuesday) 0:00 (JST). Related Links: ILLIT Japan Official Site.
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