Kiss
Siamese cats Lyrics

The lyrics to Siamese Cats's song KISS are about the joy of young love and the exhilaration of impulsive actions. The chorus of the song talks about kissing the person instantly before saying anything to them or getting bored of the relationship. The first verse describes a snowy day where everything in the town seems to be enchanted and magical, and how the singer feels after kissing their love interest. The second verse talks about a quiz where the singer and their love interest get the same answer, which makes them smile with joy. They then ask for their love interest's scarf but don't want anyone else complimenting it except for them. The song overall captures the feelings of youthful exuberance and the need for impulsive and adventurous romance.

The song has some specific cultural references in the lyrics. "Shiomibashi" is a famous nearby bridge in the city of Sapporo, Japan, which has a romantic reputation among young couples in the area. The lyrics also mention a "ma-shumaro" (marshmallow), which was popularized in Japanese culture by a well-known brand in the 1970s. The song is a part of the Japanese pop genre knows as J-Pop, which emphasizes the use of bright and upbeat tones along with dancing in the music videos. The song is a prime example of the genre, as it has all the typical characteristics of J-Pop.