Robinson
by Spitz
- Album: Hachimitsu
- Year: 1995
- Genre: J-rock · Pop
- Length: 4:54
A dreamlike love song about escaping into a "different world" meant for just two people. Hand in hand, they slip out of familiar daily life toward a place of their own that no one else can trample. Floating, ambiguous words paint the lift of youth and a love that hovers slightly above reality.
Themes
- Love and desire
- A world for two
- Dreamy young love
- Floating free of the everyday
Mood
- Dreamy
- Tender
- Floating
References & context
- The title "Robinson"
Its origin is never stated, but it evokes Robinson Crusoe's desert island — the hint of an island for two, cut off from the wider world.
- Ambiguity as a style
Masamune Kusano's lyrics never fix a single meaning. By drifting in sensation and mood rather than plot, they let listeners lay their own love over the song.
- Spitz's biggest hit
Released in 1995, the signature song that lifted the band to household status; its clear voice and rush of momentum became an ideal of 90s J-pop.
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Frequently asked
What is the meaning of "Robinson" by Spitz?
A dreamlike love song about escaping into a "different world" meant for just two people.
What is "Robinson" about?
A dreamlike love song about escaping into a "different world" meant for just two people. Hand in hand, they slip out of familiar daily life toward a place of their own that no one else can trample. Floating, ambiguous words paint the lift of youth and a love that hovers slightly above reality.
What are the main themes in "Robinson"?
The recurring themes are Love and desire, A world for two, Dreamy young love, Floating free of the everyday.
Who wrote "Robinson"?
"Robinson" was written by Masamune Kusano.
When was "Robinson" released?
"Robinson" was released in 1995, on the album Hachimitsu.
What genre is "Robinson"?
"Robinson" is J-rock · Pop.
What is the mood of "Robinson"?
Its overall mood is Dreamy, Tender, Floating.
Is "Robinson" available in my language on Lyrithm?
Yes — this meaning analysis is published natively in English, Bahasa Indonesia, Español, Português, Français, 日本語. Lyrithm does not auto-translate; each language is written from scratch.