[Low End] A Collection of Japanese Songs Featuring Standout Bass Solos [2026]
“I love bass that resonates in my ears and body.” If you’ve found your way to this article, that’s probably you.
Once you get hooked on bass, its charm is impossible to escape.
It supports the whole track, yet sometimes steps forward to nail the moment—welcome to the mesmerizing world of low end.
In this article, we’ve gathered a rich selection of Japanese songs—from the latest releases to timeless classics—where bass takes the spotlight, including tracks that feature bass solos and tunes where the bass holds the key throughout.
Take your time and savor the allure of bass.
And if you play bass yourself, this is the perfect chance to try covering these songs!
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[Low End] A Collection of Japanese Songs Featuring Standout Bass Solos [2026] (11–20)
one difficultyPenthouse
Released in 2024, Penthouse’s Hichimen—a stylish track that embodies their self-proclaimed “city soul”—appears on the album Laundry.
Its rhythm and brisk pace, infused with elements of R&B and soul, leave a strong impression, while the piano and horns lend it a bright, glamorous feel.
The bass line, with phrases steeped in R&B sensibility, darts busily about to create a sense of dynamism.
It’s striking how it seems almost like a constant solo, with the line in motion throughout the entire track.
Rearluv
“Rear” by luv—whose urban groove and pop sensibility are rapidly gaining popularity—is slated for release in 2025.
It’s an impressive track marked by a light rhythm that strongly evokes city pop.
Bouncy drums layer with airy piano tones, joined by guitar and bass to shape the overall groove.
The bass line resonates with a soft, flowing phrase, yet includes moments of crisp articulation that sharpen the rhythm.
Light on its feet yet rhythmically solid, the track conveys a palpable sense of fun.
angelAshita no jokē
Angels by Asunojokei, a band highly regarded overseas for their unusual blend of J-pop and black metal, is a track with a distinctive worldview included on their winter-themed 2025 album Think of You.
The sound conjures an epic atmosphere—fast-paced yet refreshing—overlaid with brutal, black metal–derived shouts that create a unique mood.
The bass has a soft, sustained character that adds a singular sense of weightless drift to the song.
There’s also a melodic bass solo in the middle, making it a great reference for amateur bassists to study.
hydrangearikon densetsu
Ajisai by Rikon Densetsu is a song slated for release in 2025.
It also drew attention as a TV drama’s theme song and is notable for its gentle sound.
The arrangement features a light, shimmering piano tone, and Ren Yamamoto’s bass adds a palpable sense of groove.
While the bass lets the sound resonate smoothly, it also moves around at times, with a crispness that’s clearly intentional—another key highlight.
It’s precisely because the bass underpins the sharp accents and rhythmic feel that the song’s softness stands out even more.
Hold Me TightBillyrrom
Hold Me Tight by the stylish-sounding Billyrrom is set for release in 2025 and is included on the album Jupiter=.
It’s a charming track with a soft atmosphere.
Centered on the overlap of a gentle piano timbre and a floating, airy guitar tone, it creates a sensual mood.
The bass further highlights this distinctive sense of weightlessness, using rests consciously in its phrasing to generate groove.
With each instrument interacting softly in a call-and-response manner, the track is filled with devices that craft a mysterious soundscape throughout.
Rollin’ Rollin’Zūkaraderu
Zookaraderu’s “Rollin Rollin,” released in 2025 and included on the album Point Nemo, is a track with a lively, cheerful rhythm.
The drums bounce with a springy sound, and the other parts layer on with light, airy playing.
Kouta Washimi’s bass moves through sharp, punchy phrases, and at times darts around like an accent, which really brings the groove into focus.
Each instrument adds subtle accents, conveying a sense of fun and freshness.
Don’t miss how the performance gradually intensifies toward the end, showcasing near-solo phrases!
[Bass] A collection of Japanese songs where the bass solos shine [2026] (21–30)
Biting the second handzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
Known by the abbreviation Zutomayo and centered around vocalist ACA-ne, Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni operates with a fluid lineup that shifts to fit each song.
This is their first digital-only single.
Its music video has surpassed 100 million views, and it’s a fan favorite thanks to an outstanding arrangement where nostalgia and modernity blend exquisitely.
The slapped bass solo rides over a backing made only of a drum beat, and even after the vocals come in, it keeps its presence while still functioning as accompaniment.
It’s a pop tune packed with everything that makes bass cool in a short phrase—one that bass lovers in particular should hear.
