Lyrics: Shinohara Isao, Ichikawa Yutaka
Composer: Shinohara Isao

17. Egao ha Kimi no Tame ni Aru

I came this far to meet you
invited by the wind of Shimanami
On this body with which I received everyone’s dreams,
a dazzling orange sun

When I looked up to the sky and thought about tomorrow,
I hung my head, unable to believe in myself
beyond the tears that flowed before I knew it
I found the answer

Muster up your courage and step forward without being afraid
It’s more important than anything to think ‘I can do it!’
having a voice by your side that pushes your back by saying ‘Good luck!’
My smile is for you

A radiant morning glow, a throbbing heartbeat
The chirping birds are flapping their wings
I tied my shoelaces and took a deep breath
Today is a wonderfully clear day

When I closed my eyes and thought about my hometown
Everyone’s happy faces came to mind
When I could feel that I was never alone
it turned into strength

With hope in our hearts, let’s run wherever we want to go
It’s more important than anything not to let go of your dreams
Flowers will bloom, the sea of Setouchi will tell us
The future is inside of you

The scented sea wind will blow gently
as if it’s stroking everyone’s hair, softly
Someday, in everyone’s heart a rainbow will span
because we have a goal

Muster up your courage and step forward without being afraid
It’s more important than anything to think ‘I can do it!’
having a voice by your side that pushes your back by saying ‘Good luck!’
My smile is for you