"NANA - A Little Pain" is the opening theme song for the anime series "Nana," which is based on the manga of the same name written and illustrated by Ai Yazawa. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Artist: The song is performed by Olivia Lufkin, a singer-songwriter of Japanese-American descent. She is known for her unique musical style that blends various genres.
Release Date: "A Little Pain" was released as a single on June 22, 2005.
Anime Connection: The song serves as the first opening theme for the anime series "Nana," which follows the lives of two young women named Nana Osaki and Nana Komatsu as they navigate love, friendship, and the challenges of pursuing their dreams in the music industry.
Lyrics and Theme: The lyrics of the song reflect the emotional struggles and pain that the characters experience in the anime. The theme of the song resonates with the overall tone of "Nana" as a series, which explores complex relationships and the pursuit of one's aspirations.
Commercial Success: The single performed well commercially, and its connection to the popular "Nana" anime contributed to its success. It reached the 11th position on the Oricon Singles Chart.
Olivia Lufkin's Career: Olivia Lufkin has had a successful career in the Japanese music industry. Besides her solo work, she has also been part of the band "Olivia Inspi' Reira" for the "Nana" anime soundtrack, where she portrayed the singing voice of the character Reira Serizawa.
"NANA - A Little Pain" is not only a notable anime opening theme but also a reflection of the emotional depth and themes explored in the "Nana" series.