Popular songs and hidden gems that highlight THE ALFEE’s ensemble

Before we speak of life, my friendTHE ALFEE

My friend, before we talk about life / THE ALFEE

Released as their 68th single and the first of the Reiwa era, “Tomo yo Jinsei o Kataru Mae ni” (“My Friend, Before We Speak of Life”).

With this song, they achieved the remarkable feat of reaching the top three across three eras: Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa.

It’s an anthem brimming with THE ALFEE’s signature power, featuring a grand, expansive sound.

When you’re crushed by hardship, even the words around you can fail to reach your ears—but in such moments, the thought of a friend may be what sets you in motion again.

It’s a number that gives you heartbeat-lifting courage, backed by the persuasiveness and strength only THE ALFEE can convey after singing across generations.

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FOR THE BRAND-NEW DREAMTHE ALFEE

THE ALFEE – FOR THE BRAND-NEW DREAM [Era of the Wind ★ Summer DAY 2]

FOR THE BRAND-NEW DREAM, which was included on the single for Kimi ga Toorisugita Ato ni -Don’t Pass Me By-, the theme song for the baseball anime film Touch 3: Kimi ga Toorisugita Ato ni, was also used as the ending theme for Touch 3.

Its brassy sound colors the English lyrics that depict the drive toward dreams and goals.

The slightly mischievous, sparkling, explosive vibe feels youthful and incredibly empowering! Sakurai’s bass and Sakazaki’s acoustic guitar lay the foundation, while Takamizawa’s guitar—soaring as if flying through the open sky—is absolutely irresistible.

It’s an upbeat tune that lifts your spirits not only when you’re engrossed in what you love, but also as travel BGM!

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Sapphire EyesTHE ALFEE

THE ALFEE – Sapphire Eyes

A mature rock number brimming with Sakurai’s sexy charm.

It’s a 1987 single released simultaneously with “Kimi ga Toorisugita Ato ni -Don’t Pass Me By-.” The interplay between the bass and drums is fantastic, and the horn sound rings out in the instrumental break.

Sakazaki also handles the drums, and with Takamizawa’s guitar cutting and Sakurai’s slap technique, the sound is insanely cool.

It makes you want to listen while driving down the highway at night.

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Cinderella Can’t SleepTHE ALFEE

THE ALFEE [Cinderella Can't Sleep] 1985

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Sakazaki is unusually singing while playing the drums.

He’s a genius on acoustic guitar, but it’s amazing that he can also play the drums.

The Alfee had a string of big hits in the ’80s.

This song sold very well too, didn’t it?

STARSHIP ~In Search of Light~THE ALFEE

STARSHIP -In Search of Light- (THE ALFEE 2005 TOKYO BAY STATION: Terminal.2)

It was released in October 1984.

It’s a love song with a cosmic and dynamic worldview, likening the love between two people to light shining in the universe.

With many references to the Bible, it feels like watching a single film.

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My truthTHE ALFEE

THE ALFEE – My Truth【Neo Universe 2012 CATCH YOUR EARTH】

It’s a pretty refreshing song with Sakazaki on vocals.

It feels like a cheer song for a troubled young man.

The Alfee really have so many good songs, and this one is wonderful too.

I remember how I looked it up in the dictionary back then, trying hard to find out what the title meant.

The Hero’s PoemTHE ALFEE

THE ALFEE “Hero’s Poem” TV Version

It is the theme song of the tokusatsu TV program Ultraman Retsuden, which aired on the TV Tokyo network.

The heroic lyrics, which depict standing up and facing forward while carrying pain and sorrow in one’s heart, are striking, and Sakurai’s rich, lustrous vocals make the piece all the more moving.