Zenzenzense (前前前世) — song by Radwimps from Your Name

Composition and musical characteristics

The song blends upbeat rock and pop elements: driving guitars, energetic drums, layered piano lines and dynamic vocal delivery. Lyrics are primarily in Japanese with occasional English phrases, and the arrangement emphasizes tempo changes and bright melodic hooks to convey urgency and emotional motion—matching the film's themes of memory, connection and time. The structure alternates between catchy verse/chorus passages and more expansive instrumental sections.

Release, chart performance and certification

Issued as a single in late July 2016 to promote the upcoming film, "Zenzenzense" was used in trailers and marketing materials for Your Name. It achieved strong commercial performance in Japan, reaching number one on the Billboard Japan Hot 100. The recording also received certification for more than one million downloads, reflecting both single sales and digital popularity.

Role in the film and soundtrack

Radwimps provided several songs for the film's soundtrack; "Zenzenzense" is among the most recognizable. Its placement in trailers and key scenes helped establish the movie's energetic tone and broadened the song's exposure beyond the band's established audience. The track is listed on the movie's soundtrack album, where it sits alongside other original compositions tailored to the film's narrative.

Legacy, reception and notable facts

Critically and culturally, the song contributed to the film's crossover popularity and became one of Radwimps' best-known recordings internationally. It has been performed live by the band, covered by other artists, and frequently appears in fan videos and karaoke playlists. For listeners exploring Radwimps' work, the band and this track are often cited as an entry point into contemporary Japanese rock that reached mainstream audiences through animation. The single's combination of cinematic placement and commercial success made it a defining musical moment for both the band and the film.