Suzume (album)

Suzume is the tenth studio album by Japanese rock band Radwimps, released on April 12, 2023. It serves as the official soundtrack for the 2022 animated film Suzume (すずめの戸締まり, Suzume no Tojimari), directed by Makoto Shinkai.

The album contains the film's main theme song, "Suzume," performed by Toaka, as well as numerous instrumental pieces composed by Radwimps. The soundtrack also features collaborations with composer Kazuma Jinnouchi. The music blends Radwimps' signature rock sound with orchestral elements and traditional Japanese instrumentation to create a score that complements the film's themes of loss, healing, and connection.

The album was released in several formats, including a standard edition, a limited edition with a bonus DVD, and a vinyl edition. It achieved significant commercial success in Japan and internationally, charting high on music charts and further solidifying Radwimps' reputation as a leading force in Japanese rock music and film scoring.