Unsolicitedly Interpreting YadoFes 2026. #1 | 37 Songs Were 37 Self-Introductions

Sharing the mysterious experience of turning one's own words into a song.

Zakkoku-san describes the surreal sensation of hearing lyrics they wrote sung by a voice that is not their own as "a voice returning to oneself." They share their excitement upon hearing the first completed track and reflect on the unexpected sides of various podcasters discovered through this unique creative process.

Noticing the hidden stories behind the lyrics.

After reading through all 37 sets of lyrics, Zakkoku-san became convinced that this was not merely a music festival, but a series of individual "self-introductions." From what hurts them, what brings them joy, to what makes them tired—the glimpses of their lives and their desire for "recovery" leaking through the lines are sure to resonate deeply with listeners.

A memorable moment discussing a specific song.

There is also a poignant segment where Zakkoku-san shares their profound connection to a particular track. This leads into an even deeper analysis, so please be sure to listen to the full episode.