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aiko’s classic and popular songs

Here’s an introduction to the music of aiko, the female singer-songwriter known for popular songs like “Kabutomushi” and “Boyfriend.” Active since 1998, her charm lies in the coexistence of sweet, cute lyrics—much like her appearance—and a striking coolness that contrasts with them.

She often employs jazz-inspired chord progressions, and this sophisticated musical sense is another key to her popularity.

There’s also a story that her father was a friend of Hiroshi Madoka, and when she said as a child that she wanted to become a singer, Madoka told her, “Don’t do it—you’ll have a hard time.” Please enjoy her wonderful songs with this playlist.

Aiko’s classic and popular songs (21–30)

summer fatigueaiko

Koe no Katachi (A Silent Voice) Aiko – Summer Heat Fatigue
summer fatigueaiko

A song that feels comforting in an autumn when you can’t seem to get anything done is aiko’s “Natsubate” (“Summer Fatigue”).

It’s the B-side to her 2016 single “Koi wo Shita no wa,” a track that overlays the pain of heartbreak with the languor of summer fatigue.

It exquisitely portrays the feeling of being unable to break free from the afterglow of summer, dragging it along.

If you broke up with a lover in the summer, you’ll surely find yourself nodding endlessly in sympathy.

And before you know it, it’s already the season of cosmos flowers…

It’s a quintessential aiko-style love song, where your heart aches and sways between picturing their name every time your phone rings and wishing they’d remember you, even just a little.

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video gameaiko

It’s an acoustic-style song with a relaxing tempo.

Rather than a love song, it’s a gentle piece that feels like it’s supporting a friend or a boyfriend/girlfriend who’s feeling down and lacking energy.

Another distinctive feature is aiko’s recorded whistling right before the final chorus.

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clicking one’s tongueaiko

It’s a rock number with striking guitar and drums, characterized by lyric-heavy, rapid-fire vocals with almost no room to breathe.

By weaving in Kansai dialect in the lyrics and even recording a real tongue click at the end, it really highlights my own pathetic side.

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April Rainaiko

aiko - “April Rain” (from Live Blu-ray/DVD “POPS”)
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This song, announced as the very first release for the 15th anniversary, is sprinkled with titles of aiko’s past tracks.

It’s a medium-tempo ballad—a style aiko excels at—with lyrics that liken feelings to rain and recall an old lover, while also serving as a reflection on these 15 years.

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Mikuni Stationaiko

aiko - “Sangoku Station” music video
Mikuni Stationaiko

Mikuni Station is a real station in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, where aiko spent her student years.

As the name suggests, the song looks back on her school days while taking a bird’s-eye view of who she is now.

Even if you’re not from Osaka, it feels nostalgic, singing about the contrast between youthful romance in school and the clumsy love of the present—where your feelings only grow bigger even though you can’t be honest.

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A gap for dreamingaiko

aiko - “Yumemiru Sukima” music video
A gap for dreamingaiko

This song features a jazzy arrangement.

It’s a lively track that incorporates piano and ska, and the bass solo one bar before the chorus is especially cool.

The lyrics center on a girl who is so in love that there isn’t even room left for daydreaming.

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insult; bad-mouthing; speaking ill (of someone)aiko

A song about the kinds of relationship troubles that often happen between girls.

You seem to be having the most fun when I’m gossiping.

It’s about a friend like that.

But it’s not just that—there’s also the feeling of simply wanting to get along.

It’s a rare kind of song for aiko.

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