Mudai

The song "Mudai" by Amazarashi tells a poignant story of an artist's journey through the highs and lows of his career and personal life. The narrative begins with the artist, living in a modest wooden apartment, passionately painting. His initial motivation for painting stems from the praise he received as a child, but now, the only person who appreciates his work is his girlfriend. Despite their daily struggles, her support brings him happiness, and he continues to paint, losing track of time and seasons.

As the artist's work begins to gain recognition, his paintings start selling, and he receives letters of gratitude from buyers. His girlfriend's belief in him is validated, and he feels a growing sense of fulfillment. This newfound success fuels his desire to create even more profound and meaningful art. However, his masterpiece, which reveals the darker aspects of human nature, is met with rejection and scorn. The public, unable to face the harsh truths depicted in his work, turns away from him, and his relationship with his girlfriend deteriorates, leading to their eventual breakup.

In the aftermath, the artist finds himself alone, still painting but now questioning his purpose and the reasons he once loved art. The praise and recognition that once motivated him have vanished, leaving him with a sense of emptiness. Time passes, and one day, a painting sells again. The buyer sends a letter on cherry blossom-patterned stationery, echoing the support his girlfriend once gave him, with a simple message: "What you believed in was right." This message rekindles a glimmer of hope and validation in the artist's heart, suggesting that his journey, despite its hardships, was not in vain.