QT's Crucial Track for 05 November 2025

"Why Don't You Play In Hell?" by Gen Hoshino

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Q. What song makes you feel understood when no one else does?

A. Being misunderstood is hard. Not being understood is also hard. That's what my life has been about since I was born.

Especially, this line resonates with me.

> 無駄だ ここは元から楽しい地獄だ 生まれ落ちた時から 出口はないんだ (It's pointless. This place has always been a joyous hell. From the moment you are born, there is no way out.)

He aptly described life as "joyous hell." The songwriter said the song is inspired by his experience of being hospitalised and fighting illness. Still, the melody sounds bright, and that's what I love about this song.

Oh, I have another favourite line too.

> ただ地獄を進む者が 悲しい記憶に勝つ (Only those who go through this hell will win over sorrowful memories)