Fresh off their global broadcast for tiny desk concerts JAPAN, J-pop duo IKIMONOGAKARI has dropped a video of the stripped-down performance of their iconic hit “Blue Bird” from the set on the NHK WORLD YouTube channel.
Anime fans need no introduction to the track. Featured as the third opening theme for Naruto: Shippuden, “Blue Bird” has been a fan favorite for years, with its original music video sitting right on the edge of 100 million views.
Re-arranged specifically for the Tiny Desk setup, this version trades high level production for a close-up, acoustic-driven performance. It captures all the subtle musician-to-musician dynamics in the room, giving both longtime fans and new listeners a totally fresh way to experience the classic.
You can catch the full “Blue Bird” performance video on YouTube, or stream IKIMONOGAKARI's complete tiny desk concerts JAPAN episode on NHK WORLD-JAPAN’s Video on Demand.
