Pusyan湖 by シャンプーハッツ: A Wild Ride Through Pop-Rock Chaos
Alright, buckle up because Pusyan湖 (that’s “Pusyan Lake” for the non-Japanese speakers) is one of those albums that feels like it was beamed straight outta some alternate universe where pop and rock had a baby, and then that baby ate too much junk food. Released in 2014 by シャンプーハッツ (Shampoo Hats—yes, you read that right), this Japanese gem from DANGBOORU RECORD isn’t your average listen. It’s quirky, chaotic, and honestly? Kinda unforgettable.
Let’s dive into two tracks that stuck with me harder than gum under a school desk.
First off, there’s “授業中はグミが食えない” (or “Can’t Eat Gummies During Class”). This song hits different. Like, imagine being back in school, staring at the clock while your teacher drones on about algebra or whatever, and all you can think about is tearing into a pack of gummies. That’s the vibe here—equal parts frustration and sugar-fueled daydreaming. The melody bounces around like a hyperactive kid, and the lyrics are absurdly relatable if you’ve ever been distracted by snacks during class. I mean, who hasn’t tried to sneak a snack only to get caught? This track just nails that feeling, but with a funky guitar riff and a chorus so catchy it’ll haunt your brain for days.
Then there’s “おすしたべぞう” (“Omusu Tabeyo,” roughly translating to “Eat Omusubi”). Oh man, this one’s wild. It starts off chill, almost like you’re sitting down for lunch, but then BAM—it kicks into high gear with pounding drums and shouty vocals. You can practically feel the energy of someone shoving rice balls into their mouth while screaming about life choices. There’s something oddly cathartic about how over-the-top it gets. By the end, you’re not sure whether you want to dance, laugh, or go raid your pantry. Maybe all three?
The rest of the album keeps the weirdness alive with tracks like “木星からきたおれ” (“I Came From Jupiter”) and “主食は消しカス” (“My Staple Food Is Eraser Shavings”—seriously, what?). Every song feels like its own little world, full of bizarre imagery and unexpected twists. And yeah, sometimes it’s messy as heck, but isn’t that part of the charm?
So, wrapping this up… Listening to Pusyan湖 feels like hanging out with a group of friends who are way cooler—and weirder—than you. They might make zero sense half the time, but dang if they don’t leave an impression. Honestly, I still can’t decide if I love this album or if it’s trolling me. Either way, I’m here for it.
Oh, and fun fact: If you listen closely to “シャンプーハッツの怖い話”, you might just hear your future self whispering, “Why did I eat so many gummies?” Creepy.
