[Hypnosis Mic] What is The Dirty Dawg? A complete explanation of the members!

2025.07.29

"Hypnosis Mic" is a term you've probably heard a lot lately. It's incredibly popular! It's a musical project in which 12 male voice actors dress up as characters and engage in rap battles. The characters are divided into four divisions and fight for territory. In this article, we'll be giving you a thorough explanation of "The Dirty Dawg," the legendary team that appears in "Hypnosis Mic"!

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The World of Hypnosis Mic

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First, let's briefly review the world of Hypnosis Mic. It's set in a fictional era known as the H calendar. Armed warfare, which caused countless casualties, has been eradicated. Women have taken over the reigns of men, who were deemed barbaric. Politics is now conducted exclusively in Chuo Ward, a city for women surrounded by a large wall. Men are relegated to four districts outside of Chuo Ward: Ikebukuro Division, Yokohama Division, Shibuya Division, and Shinjuku Division.

A microphone that can interfere with people's minds

The "Hypnosis Mic" has become a fighting tool instead of a weapon. It's not just a microphone, it's a microphone that can interfere with people's minds. Men compete in rap battles for territory.

What kind of team is The Dirty Dawg?

And now, the theme of this article, "The Dirty Dawg." Before diving into the main topic, let's first explain the four divisions currently in existence.

About the Four Divisions

The representative team of the "Ikebukuro Division" is "Buster Bros!!!." Led by Ichiro Yamada, it consists of three brothers. The representative team of the Yokohama Division is the MAD TRIGGER CREW, a team made up of police officers and ex-military personnel, led by yakuza Aohitsugi Samatoki. The representative team of the Shibuya Division is the Fling Posse, a team made up of novelists and gamblers, led by fashion designer Amemura Ramuda. And the representative team of the Shinjuku Division is Matenrou, a team made up of hosts and office workers, led by doctor Jinguji Jakurai.

The leaders of each division gathered together.

"The Dirty Dawg" is a legendary team that is said to have once existed. Its members were Ichiro Yamada, Samatoki Aohitsugi, Ramuda Amemura, and Jakurai Jinguji. In other words, the leaders of each of the four currently existing divisions gathered together to form a team. Apparently, there was some reason that led to the group's breakup, but the details are not yet known. By the way, The Dirty Dawg means "dirty best friend." In the next section, we'll introduce each member of The Dirty Dawg.

The Dirty Dawg Member Introduction ①: Ichiro Yamada

"You'll never find a rainbow if you're looking down." Birthday: July 26th / Age: 19 / Height: 185cm / Weight: 68kg / Occupation: Manager of Yorozuya Yamada. The eldest Yamada son, he is adored by his second and third sons, Jiro and Saburo. He runs an information agency called "Yorozuya Yamada." He has heterochromatic eyes, his right eye is green and his left eye is red. The hypnosis microphone he uses is a red handheld microphone with the "BB" effect. It is said that in the past he was such a delinquent in Ikebukuro that everyone knew his name.

Is he actually an otaku?

It may be a bit surprising, but Ichiro is an otaku who loves anime and light novels. Even in the drama CD, there are scenes where he reads light novels and watches anime. The second verse of his solo song is also filled with Evangelion references.

Is he on bad terms with Samatoki?

Yokohama Division member Samatoki Aohitsugi was Ichiro's senior during his days as a delinquent and a member of The Dirty Dawg. However, they are now at odds with each other. Ichiro says he cannot forgive Samatoki for what he did. The details of what happened between the two are still unknown.

The Dirty Dawg Member Introduction ② Samatoki Aohitsugi

"Life is not fair." Birthday: November 11th / Age: 25 / Height: 186cm / Weight: 67kg / Occupation: Yakuza. A yakuza who controls the Yokohama area. He has white hair and crimson eyes. His Hypnosis Mic is a customized silver skeleton microphone. He always looks grumpy and has a quick temper. However, he never lays a hand on a woman.

Does he have a complicated family situation?

Samatoki was born and raised in a complicated family environment. His father was abusive at home and was killed by his mother. His mother then later committed suicide, leaving only Samatoki and his sister to survive. He became a yakuza for his beloved sister, and treasures the handmade amulet she gave him. Perhaps Samatoki's belief that "he will never lay a hand on a woman" is due to this kind of family environment.

He and Ichiro are on bad terms

Ichiro Yamada of the Ikebukuro Division is a junior colleague from his days as a delinquent and a member of The Dirty Dawg. However, they are now at each other's throats, and whenever they meet, they immediately get into serious fights using Hypnosis Mic. Samatoki has always had a special eye for Ichiro, but it seems that something happened that led to a big argument. According to Samatoki, Ichiro is a "hypocrite." I'm curious to see how things will develop from here.

The Dirty Dawg Member Introduction ③ Ramuda Amemura

"The optimist sees the doughnut, the pessimist sees the hole." Birthday: February 14 / Age: 24 / Height: 155cm / Weight: 49kg / Occupation: Fashion designer. He has pink hair and the appearance of a young girl, but is actually an adult man. The Hypnosis Mic he uses is a small handheld microphone with a ribbon. He is cheerful and innocent, but at the same time, he is quick-witted and aware of how he is perceived.

Extremely Popular

Ramuda is extremely popular with women. He calls all women "big sister," even those younger than him. However, he doesn't have a specific partner and is always hanging out with many women. Is he secretly exchanging information with the head of the Chuo Ward? This is revealed in the drama CD, but the details are still unknown.

Ramuda is on bad terms with Jakurai

Ramuda is on bad terms with Jakurai Jinguji of the Shinjuku Division. Like Ichiro and the others, he seems to have had some kind of major dispute. While usually cheerful, Ramuda calls Jakurai "old man" and seems quite annoyed. In the drama CD, they engaged in a fierce rap battle.

The Dirty Dawg Member Introduction ④ Jinguji Jinguji

"The sole meaning of life is to serve humanity." Birthday: January 9th / Age: 35 / Height: 195cm / Weight: 69kg / Occupation: Doctor He's tall and exudes a mysterious air. He's a well-known genius doctor, and a man of great virtue who pays out of his own pocket for the medical expenses of those too poor to receive medical care. He uses the Hypnosis Mic to heal and heal people with a unique flow. His hobbies are Zen meditation and fishing. He sometimes goes fishing with Izanami Hifumi, who is also from the Shinjuku Division.

Do you like eccentric people?

Jakurai likes eccentric people. His catchphrase is "interesting," and he took a liking to Shinjuku Division members Hifumi and Doppo Kannonzaka, who joined his team. The Shinjuku Division's "Matenrou" has a seedy nightlife atmosphere, but the three seem to get along well.

He and Ramuda are on bad terms.

He and Amemura Ramuda of the Shibuya Division are on bad terms. Jakurai, who naturally enjoys eccentric people, found Ramuda interesting and approached him. However, Jakurai says that Ranmu "did something unforgivable." Despite his buddhist nature, Jakurai displays hostility toward Ranmu.

Solo Songs by Former Dirty Dawg Members ① "I'm Ichiro"

From here, we'll delve deeper into the characters of former Dirty Dawg members by focusing on their solo song lyrics. First up is Ichiro's solo song, "I'm Ichiro." The title alone is impactful, but the lyrics are also defiant and combative. It truly represents "Yamada Ichiro." Also noteworthy is voice actor Subaru Kimura's impressive rap skills.

Always the No. 1 player, I'll kick the haters out of the way. Payback to anyone who gets in my way.

(Payback = revenge, retribution) This phrase, with its cool rhyme, expresses Ichiro's manly character. As the eldest son beloved by his siblings, and as the representative of Ikebukuro, he will lead the team.

No matter what the situation, you can't run away.

Ichiro loves anime. The second verse, which you can't hear in the preview video, is actually filled with Evangelion references. There are many words that will resonate with those who know the original story, such as "tomorrow" (Asuka), "rain" (Rain), and "Shinji" (comrade), knowing that there is a "ceiling that has yet to be seen" that cuts through the darkness with our "Gendo" power.

Former The Dirty Dawg Member's Solo Song #2: "G Anthem of Y-CITY"

Next up is Samatoki's solo song. This one also has some very challenging lyrics, which really capture Samatoki's personality. The lyrics also touch on his upbringing and how much he cherishes his current teammates.

Mad Trigger Crew　Egotistical Samatoki Mr. Hardcore

This phrase appears about five times in the song. Known as the "fierce introduction lover," Samatoki repeatedly mentions the name of his team and his own name.

Even if we die, there will be no hard feelings. There will be no betrayal from us.

These lyrics are addressed to his current teammates. Samatoki cares deeply for Juuto and Riou, and is a caring person.

Former The Dirty Dawg Member's Solo Track 3: "drops"

Amemura Ramuda's solo track "drops" showcases his cuteness. However, upon closer listening, you can also catch glimpses of his slightly manly side.

May sweet, sweet Ranmu's candy rain down on you too.

These lyrics are typical of Ranmu, who always carries candy with him. I wonder how many women he has charmed so far... This is quite endearing.

This guy and that guy need a scramble. Wait, am I being a little rude when I say that?

While featuring lyrics typical of Shibuya, such as "Scramble," the lyrics also show a slightly combative side. The contrast with his usual tone is also appealing. In fact, Ramuda's voice sometimes changes tone, sometimes becoming a completely different persona.

Let's go, bringing along a born-again gambler and a liar and a literary master

Once again, he's singing about his friends! The "born-again gambler" is Tei To, and the "liar and literary master" is Gentaro. Both of them were people that Ranmu thought were interesting and invited him to join.

Former Dirty Dawg Member's Solo Song 4: "Labyrinth Wall"

Finally, here's a solo song by Jakurai. His conversational rap is unique and memorable. The lyrics explore life and death.

Hey, where do we go when we die?

These are the lyrics of the chorus. Jakurai is usually calm and gentle, but in his solo song, the lyrics are like a cry from the soul. Jakurai, who also uses Hypnosis Mic for medical treatment, must be feeling a variety of emotions.

Savoring the taste of setbacks and defeat, I will face each day with determination.

That's the last phrase. Perhaps we'll see a slightly unexpected side to him.

The Dirty Dawg Summary!

That concludes our introduction to The Dirty Dawg. There's much more to explore, including an introduction to the band members and an analysis of their lyrics. We're excited to see what happens next!