Since most of the band's prolific output revolves around instrumental work, Seatbelts have no de facto lead singer but Steve Conte (from The Contes and Crown Jewels) and 山根麻以 (Mai Yamane) have contributed to and sung for several tracks. The lyrics of these songs are written mainly by Tim Jensen and Yoko Kanno. Singers Soichiro Otsuka and Gabriela Robin also provide the backing vocals on some songs.
After a few years of hiatus, Seatbelts regrouped in 2004 to compose the soundtrack of the Cowboy Bebop game, released in 2006. Many of the members of Seatbelts have also worked with Kanno and with each other on other projects, as well, and some have even gone on to compose their own work. For example, guitarist Tsuneo Imahori also played guitar on the soundtracks for Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex and Wolf's Rain (both of which were composed by Kanno), as well as composing the soundtracks for Trigun and Gungrave.
Fe
The Seatbelts Lyrics
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InstrumentalThe Seatbelts's song Fe also known as Iron is an instrumental piece that is characterized by its jazzy, melancholy and introspective vibe. The title Fe is the chemical symbol for iron and the song seems to reflect the dense and heavy nature of this element.
Throughout the song, the only lyrics are the sound "Ah" that is repeated multiple times. However, the lack of lyrics does not diminish the emotional depth of the song. The various instruments masterfully play together to create a soundscape that expresses introspection, melancholy, and a hint of nostalgia.
The guitar plays a prominent role in the song, with its gentle and mournful melodies building the foundation for the rest of the instruments to play around. The brass instruments, such as the saxophone and trumpet, contribute to the song's jazzy vibe, while the percussion and bass give it a rhythmic structure that keeps the tempo of the song steady.
Fe is a beautiful and powerful instrumental piece that showcases the Seatbelts' unique sound and their ability to create a powerful emotional narrative without the use of words.
Line by Line Meaning
Ah...
This is an instrumental piece, so there are no lyrics. The repeated 'ah' sounds throughout the song serve as an instrumental component.
Contributed by Leah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Balthus
This track is something... it sounds like a satin dress feels, with a waft of some exotic perfume, the glint of diamonds and steel and the flash of an ivory smile.
Ashton Hutchason
Patrick Wilson I'm 6 years late but your description makes me smile, it's perfect & elegant.
Chris Zulas
hm
TomDrawsStuffs
Smells like iron.
Little King John
In chemistry class, whenever I see Fe (iron) in a formula, this song immediately pops into my head :)
No Please no
Hello old gen im new gen i see this anime yall produced and holy shit
No Please no
anime yall produced and holy shit
backtomarzzzz
i wish this was in one of the original soundtracks bc it's not on spotify
Thalidomide
Yeah. I'm currently making a playlist but I couldn't find this one. The remixed is one is kinda meh.
magejirosu
This picture makes Spike look kinda like inspector gadget.