The mystery deepensโand now, itโs visual.
On April 11, Kento Nakajima dropped the official music video for his new single โMONTAGEโ, the opening theme for Fuji TVโs spring anime โNazotoki wa Dinner no Ato de.โ After the audio’s surprise reveal in the animeโs premiere episode, the MV gives fans a bold, dramatic look into the world behind the songโand itโs nothing short of cinematic.
Until now, only the audio for โMONTAGEโ had been released, with the artist and title shrouded in mystery. Fittingly, they were unveiled during the animeโs first episode in classic โcase crackedโ fashion. The song, composed by Hiroyuki Sawano and co-written by Kenty and cAnON., is a high-energy, dance-infused track pulsing with suspense and elegance.
Kento shared that he drew lyrical inspiration from Nazotokiโs enigmatic butler Kageyamaโwho, as he put it, โhurls elegant insults while cracking cases.โ That sly sophistication flows into both the lyrics and performance, bridging character and melody with precision.
But now, with the MV out, โMONTAGEโ becomes more than just a soundโitโs an experience.
Directed by YERDโwho also helmed Kento’s previous music video for โ่ฟทๅคขโโthe new MV presents a sharply stylized story. Kento stars as a detective in a noir-inspired cat-and-mouse chase with a mysterious figure. Stark contrasts of light and shadow, tightly composed visuals, and minimalistic sets all contribute to a sleek, high-fashion, high-tension aesthetic.
The MV is not just a visual accompanimentโitโs a fully realized world, a noir-laced dream with the polish of cinema and the thrill of a psychological mystery.
In a world of calculated coldness and flickering clues, the MV mirrors the songโs themes: identity, duality, and piecing together the fragmented to uncover hidden truths. Just like the anime it accompanies, the video invites viewers to solve the mysteryโand lose themselves in the beauty of the unknown.
โThe title โMONTAGEโ comes from the idea that solving a case begins by piecing together fragmented photos and evidence,โ Kento explained. โThis was also my first time receiving a song from Sawano-san. It was a truly valuable experience.โ
His lyrical choices even nod to the storyโs DNA, weaving in key phrases and emotions that resonate with the showโs characters and plotlines. And yesโhis blend of Japanese and English continues to showcase his prowess as a global artist.
In โMONTAGE,โ he embodies the role of a detective pursuing a mysterious criminalโuntil the lines begin to blur. Is he chasing someone else, or himself? That final, knowing smirk leaves chills and endless questions. Viewers have speculated everything from clone theory to self-reflective profiling: perhaps the detective and the suspect are two sides of the same mind, or even the same man. One lyricโโ่ค่ฃฝใใใโ (โreplicatedโ)โhas sparked countless interpretations, as has the chilling phrase flashed in the opening report: โDive into the criminal psychology.โ Some fans even imagined the MV as the prologue to a full-blown drama, so rich is its world-building and suspense.
And yet, despite the dark tone and layered visuals, Kento’s artistry remains unmistakable. Even when his face is half-hidden by shadows, fringe, or fabric, his presence radiates through the screen. The entire video is composed with deliberate coolnessโclean lines, stark contrasts, unspoken tensionโall feeding into the concept of duality. The detective and the suspect. Light and dark. Order and chaos. The mask and the man.
The MV reportedly took nearly a full day to shoot, from early morning to the next dawn, and the result is nothing short of remarkable. Itโs a performance piece, a short film, a gallery of freeze-frame-worthy shots. And most importantly, itโs a showcase of Kento’s growth as an artist.
His ability to craft a full sensory worldโvocally, visually, emotionallyโis fully on display. The MVโs haunting ambiguity, stunning aesthetics, and psychological depth leave viewers eager for more: more theories, more insight, more behind-the-scenes revelations.
Ultimately, โMONTAGEโ isnโt just a stunning first singleโitโs a layered narrative puzzle waiting to be unraveled. Whether youโre here for the mystery, the music, or simply the face thatโs โtoo beautiful to focus on anything else,โ this MV rewards every rewatch. With each viewing, another clue emerges. Another emotion surfaces. Another part of the story clicks into place.
โMONTAGEโ is more than a theme song. Itโs a case file, a confession, and a curtain call all at once.
โMONTAGEโ will officially drop as Kento Nakajimaโs 1st solo single on May 21, with artwork and full tracklist to be announced soon!
The main track is already out for streaming and download: https://kentonakajima.lnk.to/MONTAGE
For those who want more than just streaming, the CD release promises to deliver even more elegance, mystery, and maybe a clue or two about whatโs next for Kenty’s musical journey.
Pre-order here (Japan only): https://kentonakajima.lnk.to/20250521_MONTAGE_PKG
For overseas: Bundle Set of 3 Editions (Blu-ray) | Bundle Set of 3 Editions (DVD) | Type A (Blu-ray/DVD) | Type B (Blu-ray/DVD) | Regular Edition
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