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[Low End] A collection of Japanese songs with high-difficulty bass parts [Cool]

If you’re reading this now, chances are you’re already neck-deep in the allure of the bass.

Bass is just so cool, isn’t it?

It holds down the foundation of a song while still making its own statement—the kind of low end that resonates in your ears and body is simply the best.

In this article, I’ve put together a list of songs that feature high-difficulty bass playing.

It’s sure to satisfy your craving for low frequencies.

So be sure to check out every track all the way to the end!

[Low End] A collection of Japanese songs with high-difficulty bass parts [Cool] (21–30)

galaxyBREIMEN

BREIMEN “Galaxy” Official Music Video
galaxyBREIMEN

BREIMEN’s “Ginga” is set for release in 2025, a track distinguished by its keyboard-centered, uniquely floating tones.

Every instrument plays with both softness and sharp precision, creating a mysterious sonic world.

The bass lines by vocalist Shota Takagi are intricately mobile phrases; precisely because their sound overlaps with the other instruments, they blend seamlessly into the track’s atmosphere.

While underpinning the song in the low end, the bass’s tight phrasing also serves as a crucial element shaping the world of the piece.

In the latter half, there’s a sinuous bass solo that intertwines with the guitar solo—an absolute must-hear for any bassist!

Yellow ToyAooo

Aooo “Yellow Toy” Official Music Video
Yellow ToyAooo

Formed by four talented young musicians with diverse careers, Aooo released “Yellow Toy” in 2024—a track distinguished by its skillful musicianship and aggressive sense of speed.

Yamamoto Hikaru’s bass delivers a technical performance throughout, weaving in slap techniques within moving, shifting phrases.

Despite the technical playing, the vocals and guitar remain at the forefront, with the bass serving to underpin the song—another key point.

It’s a piece that shines for its sense of balance: supporting the track while, at times, asserting itself with technical flourishes like slap.

buddy-buddy servezutto mayonaka de ii noni.

ZUTOMAYO – “Nareai Serve” Lyric Video (I Wish It Could Stay Midnight Forever – Nareai Serve)
buddy-buddy servezutto mayonaka de ii noni.

Centered around vocalist ACA-ne, Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni.

is a music unit whose lineup fluidly changes from song to song.

“Nareae Serve,” included on their third album Jinmoku-gaku, is a track whose cynical lyrics—just as the title suggests—evoke the thin, impersonal relationships of modern times.

It kicks off with an aggressive bass performance, and that hard-edged sound injects tension and groove throughout the track.

It’s a stylish pop tune where you’ll also want to pay attention to the melodious bass lines.

TATTOOOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – TATTOO [Official Video]
TATTOOOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism is a four-piece piano pop band aiming to become a new standard that captivates listeners across gender and generations.

Their 10th digital single, “TATTOO,” written as the theme song for the TV drama ‘Pending Train — 8:23, Ashita Kimi to,’ is a feel-good number with an intro whose memorable choral work and guitar riff linger in your ears.

The funky bassline, with its tight phrases, further accentuates the song’s buoyant feel.

It’s a stylish pop tune that conveys the bass’s cool, seasoned character.

SPECIALZKing Gnu

King Gnu is a four-piece rock band that thrills fans with a hybrid sound that channels their high-level musicianship and broad musicality into J-pop.

Their 7th single, “SPECIALZ,” was chosen as the opening theme for season 2 of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen (the Shibuya Incident arc).

Amid the dark ensemble, the sinuous, pulsing bass line is especially ear-catching, creating a strong presence and groove despite its sparing notes.

It’s an addictive rock tune that lets you feel the depth of bass playing.

bad fool logicUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Ikkenai Fool Logic” MV
bad fool logicUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN is a three-piece rock band known for their distinctive high-tone vocals and ensemble-driven songs where each part can take the lead.

Their 19th single, “Ikenai fool logic,” was written as the opening theme for the TV anime Ron Kamonohashi’s Forbidden Deductions.

The rapidly moving bassline gives the track a strong groove and sense of speed.

It’s a party tune that makes you want to follow the bass with your ears, and we’d love you to pay attention to the sound featuring strings and brass sections as well as the complex song structure.

My name is Unrequited Loveindigo la End

indigo la End "The Name Is Unrequited Love"
My name is Unrequited Loveindigo la End

Formed around Enon Kawatani and debuting simultaneously with Gesu no Kiwami Otome, indigo la End is a four-piece rock band.

Their 22nd single, “Namae wa Kataomoi,” features an ensemble that leaves a lasting impression, where a sense of weightlessness coexists with invigorating drive.

The catchy bassline, spanning from low to high registers, both underpins the track and gives it a sense of breadth.

It’s a rock tune whose pop melodies and arrangements feel pleasant, and one that really highlights the importance of the bass.