Taichi Mukai’s newest track Bravest is currently available on streaming platforms worldwide, and serves as the opening theme to the ongoing Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai anime series. Now, the official music video has been uploaded to YouTube!
Fans of the series will take note of the meaningful lyrics, dotted with powerful words about friendship and long journeys. The song hopes to inspire listeners and to give people the strength to keep fighting during difficult times.
Bravest (Official Music Video)
The video was directed by Tai Nakazawa, who has also worked on music videos for Shota Shimizu, aiko, [Alexandros], and others. He previously directed Mukai’s music videos for Get Loud and Celebrate! Keep an eye out while watching to catch a glimpse of the singer wearing pieces from costume designer TOMO KOIZUMI.
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Bravest
Streaming: October 13, 2021
Streaming Link: https://tf.lnk.to/BravestPR
Taichi Mukai Official Site: http://taichimukai.com/
Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai
Airing each Saturday morning at 9:30 on TV Tokyo
Official Site: https://dq-dai.com/
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Comment from Taichi Mukai
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