Alcala’s greatest and most popular songs
Alcala is a four-piece rock band known by the catchphrase “the eccentric masters of the rock world.” Their songs are marked by catchy, humor-filled hooks, but what truly captivates is their high level of musicianship and a superb songwriting sense that turns humor into something undeniably cool.
Listen once, and you’ll be hooked—it’s a band that becomes addictive.
Alcala’s best and most popular songs (1–10)
I want to stay a dreamer girl.Arukara
It’s a super lively track.
That slightly shady vibe also really feels like Arukara, doesn’t it? Just when you think it’s intense, it turns catchy—there are all kinds of elements mixed in, making it a really interesting song.
It’s sure to grab your heart and not let go.
The mannequin on Wednesday smilesArukara
It’s a track with a psychedelic vibe.
It’s also catchy and really gets you grooving.
The song’s structure is interesting, making it a fun listen.
The slightly rock-tinged feel really hits home.
Give it a listen at least once.
Not enough abnormality.Arukara
This track features slightly irregular textures here and there.
Nevertheless, it comes together wonderfully without disrupting the atmosphere of the piece.
The band ensemble is excellent, and as you listen, it’s sure to grab your heart.
I don’t know what’s within a 30 cm radius.Arukara
This track, which opens the 2011 album “Looking This Way,” features a driving rhythm and groove, highlighted by the vocalist’s stunning high notes.
It’s a crowd-pleaser that always gets the energy up at live shows—sure to grab your heart.
falsehoodArukara
Shifting away from Alcara’s exotic vibe, this track has a slightly cooler tone.
Their technique and high-tone vocals are still very much alive and cool, and I feel it’s a song where the technical aspects really shine.
It’s nice to see this side of them once in a while, isn’t it?
It can’t be helped.Arukara
This is a song by Alcala with a refreshing vibe.
Listening to it makes you want to drive along the coast in a convertible in the summer, doesn’t it? It’s the perfect track for that kind of mood.
Why not give it a try yourself?
mixed juiceArukara
A track from the 2012 EP “Okawari Kudasai.” For an ordinary rock band, the theme is somewhat eccentric, and the dizzying song development is truly music that only Arukara could pull off.
Even so, one of its hallmarks is the chorus with outstanding catchiness: “I want to drink mixed juice.”
Imperfect YouArukara
It’s a slightly moody piece in triple meter.
The sound has a somewhat minimal feel, giving the impression that everything is neatly put together.
The band ensemble is incredibly cool in this track.
This kind of facet can be interesting at times, too.
Very versatile.
Science of CatchinessArukara
When you think of Arukara, this is the song—it could be called their signature track.
Above all, the chorus that starts with “Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto” is incredibly memorable.
In the music video, they perform against a backdrop of chemical formulas and atomic symbols, which perfectly matches their technically intricate music.
You could say this is the song that cemented Arukara’s image.
The famous detective Mr. Partner is Johnny.Arukara
This is a stylish, fast-paced track bursting with a sense of speed.
The melody is incredibly cool and irresistibly captivating.
It’s perfect for moments when you want to boost your mood.
A truly outstanding song and a full-on showcase of Arukara’s signature style—highly recommended.