“It’s going to be okay” — and BE:FIRST’s latest single “Under the Same Sky 空” is here to remind you why.
Fresh off their World Tour 2025: “Who is BE:FIRST?”, the seven-member dance and vocal group returns with a track that channels comfort, courage, and quiet strength. While their previous release “GRIT” showcased high-energy charisma, “Under the Same Sky 空” reveals a gentler, soul-stirring side that’s already resonating with students and listeners across Japan.
Streaming link: https://lnk.to/underthesamesky-befirst
The song was commissioned as the official required piece for the 92nd NHK National School Music Competition (Junior High Division) — known as “N-Con”, Japan’s largest choral contest. It is also airing nationwide on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” throughout June and July, bringing the song into homes and classrooms alike. With a spirit that mirrors BE:FIRST’s own story — of youthful dreams, perseverance, and growth — the single becomes a shared emotional anchor for the thousands of students preparing for N-Con.
Written and co-produced by BMSG CEO and group founder SKY-HI, alongside UTA (TinyVoice, Production) and LOAR (INIMI), the track delivers a clear and moving message: you are not alone, and the sky will brighten again. Blending gospel influences with an intricate chorus arrangement by one of Japan’s top a cappella ensembles, the song is elevated by each member’s emotive vocal performance, giving depth and light to its hopeful tone.
BE:FIRST “Under the Same Sky 空” Lyrics Video
Since June 20, “Under the Same Sky 空” has also been played in over 600 high schools during lunch and after-school periods, accompanied by a special voice message from BE:FIRST. It’s not just a competition song — it’s a moment of peace and connection in students’ daily lives, reminding them to pause, breathe, and look up.
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More about BE:FIRST:
BE:FIRST is a Japanese boy group managed by BMSG and signed to B-ME, a joint record label with Avex. The group was formed on August 13th, 2021 through a reality audition program ‘THE FIRST’, which was hosted by Japanese producer and rapper SKY-HI.
They debuted on November 3rd, 2021 with a final lineup of seven members: SOTA, SHUNTO, MANATO, RYUHEI, JUNON, RYOKI, and LEO with their song, “Gifted.”, which topped the Billboard Hot Trending Songs chart and ended up becoming the most-discussed song on Twitter. The song also topped various music charts in Japan, including the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart.
By blending elements of dance, pop, hip-hop, and R&B, BE:FIRST showcases their artistic versatility and talent to create a musical sound that is unique and innovative for listeners to enjoy. With their fandom, BESTY, supporting them as the next global powerhouse group from Tokyo, Japan, BE:FIRST’s dynamic sound and charisma are one to watch.
BE:FIRST has also completed their first-ever world tour, BE:FIRST World Tour 2025 – Who is BE:FIRST? -, which took them to 12 cities across the globe.
Source: Avex press release
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