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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!
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[Bass] A collection of Japanese songs featuring high-difficulty bass lines [Cool] (1–10)
HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
This is the 10th single by L’Arc~en~Ciel, a four-member rock band that has been at the center of the J-pop scene since their major-label debut and enjoys immense popularity overseas.
The song was used as the ending theme for the soccer information program “Super Soccer,” and is known as one of the band’s signature tracks thanks to its straightforward rock sound and catchy melody.
The bass features a complex, melodic line that many listeners might even perceive as a second melody.
It’s a rock tune whose powerful, impactful bassline overturns the common image of the bass as merely a supporting presence.
BuddhaRADWIMPS
A song by the four-piece rock band RADWIMPS, who have won fans with their original worldview and meticulously crafted compositions.
Featured on their major-label third album, “Altocorony no Teiri” (Theorem of the Altocorony), it’s a rock tune marked by uniquely shocking yet strangely convincing lyrics.
While the eccentric guitar riff tends to catch your ear, the slap bass that stands its ground creates a palpable tension in the ensemble.
The thrilling bassline that darts between low and high registers further deepens the song’s strong sense of message, making it a track that reaffirms the band’s high level of musicianship.
Mythology Five Minutes After the WorldYūkei Ranpeiji
A track by the six-piece virtuoso band Yukkei Rampage, formed around sasakure.UK, a music producer who’s also active as a Vocaloid-P.
Featured on their third album, ODYSSEY, the song pairs a clear, airy vocal with a delicate yet dynamic arrangement reminiscent of post-rock, guaranteed to lift your spirits.
With a bassline that drives the groove, blistering slap playing that takes center stage in both backing and solo sections, and bass highlights throughout, it’s a thoroughly engaging listen.
It’s a groovy number that reaffirms the presence and coolness of the bass guitar.
Phantom JokeUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
This is the 16th single by the three-piece rock band UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, whose dedication to crafting songs and albums with powerful hooks has captivated fans.
Featured as the opening theme for the TV anime Fate/Grand Order – Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia, the track is a thrilling number driven by rapidly shifting, complex time signatures.
Despite its intricate rhythms, the arrangement maintains a sense of speed—a quality made possible by the unwavering presence of the bass line.
It’s a rock tune that shines with deceptively simple yet highly challenging bass work, anchoring the ensemble while generating dynamic ebb and flow.
ASAYAKECASIOPEA
A track by CASIOPEA, a four-piece band renowned as legends in Japan’s fusion scene and still performing energetically today.
First included on their second album, “SUPER FLIGHT,” it’s known as one of their signature songs that’s almost always played live.
The famous guitar cutting is something nearly everyone has heard at least once, but if you listen closely, you’ll notice the bass line in the background actually creates the song’s dynamics.
The bass solo also features a catchy yet highly sophisticated slap technique, making it a number where you can enjoy a bass presence and skill set distinct from typical J-pop.
BOYKing Gnu
A four-piece rock band, King Gnu combines a broad musical background and high-level performance skills with an exquisite pop sensibility that never veers too far into the esoteric, and this is their third single.
Written as the opening theme for the TV anime Ranking of Kings, the track features a luxurious arrangement that pairs a funky beat with expansive strings—so satisfying to the ear.
The tight bass playing crafts intricate 16-beat rhythms, delivering a firm low-end presence even with a sparse note count.
The jazzy phrases that appear in the latter half also elevate the song.
It’s a number where you’ll want to focus in and listen closely to the bass line at least once.
green liquorToukyou Jihen
This is the eighth digital-only single by Tokyo Incidents, a five-piece rock band formed around singer-songwriter Ringo Sheena and known for its lineup of exceptionally skilled musicians.
Written specifically as the ending theme for the economic news program World Business Satellite, the song pairs a pop sensibility with a jazzy atmosphere that is quintessentially Tokyo Incidents.
The bass line, which shifts fluidly between expansive and tight phrasing to match the melody and beat, supports the other parts while maintaining a memorable presence.
The catchy high-register phrases also make it a track that’s sure to excite bass enthusiasts.