[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 where the bass solos shine [2026] (31–40)
CageDIR EN GREY
It’s no exaggeration to say that Dir en grey led the visual kei rock band boom.
Their fourth single, released in 1999, was “Cage.” It’s a hard rock number that shifts dramatically from a music box timbre into an intense band sound right from the start.
The bass solo appears in the interlude after the second verse, featuring a crisp, punchy tone produced by pick playing.
Ending with harmonics suits the atmosphere of the song perfectly.
VIPMrs. GREEN APPLE
VIP is characterized by its catchy, upbeat sound and a striking contrast with its hard-hitting, aggressive lyrics.
It’s a track by the pop-rock band Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, included on their 2015 mini-album Variety.
The harsh lyrics come across like a message asking, “Are you really okay with things as they are?”—which naturally makes you reflect on your own life.
The bass solo has a restrained tone, giving the impression of building tension toward the final chorus.
It’s a behind-the-scenes powerhouse kind of playing.
huge nuisanceMY FIRST STORY
If you’re craving a hard-hitting, energetic slap bass, this is for you! “Dai Meiwaku” by the rock band MY FIRST STORY is included on their sixth album, “V,” released in 2020.
It’s a thrilling rock tune that turns the raw, tossed-off feeling of “Just leave me alone” directly into sound.
The thick, crackling tone, boosted with compression, is irresistible for low-end lovers.
Definitely give it a listen!
The Five-Minute World HypothesisYūkei Ranpeiji
A track by the rock band Yukei Rampage, formed to embody in the flesh the world of sasakure.UK—a Vocaloid producer highly acclaimed for chiptune-style sounds.
The song is included on the album “Yukei Sekai Reconstruction” and is a progressive rock number featuring female singer-songwriter marina as a guest vocalist.
The bass delivers a high-level performance centered on slap playing throughout, but the especially intricate solo phrases convey a kind of thrill that only the bass can express.
Unlike the more common slap-based bass solos, this piece offers a melodious yet eccentric bass performance to enjoy.
Racing into the NightYOASOBI
YOASOBI is a unit consisting of composer Ayase and singer ikura that has now leapt beyond Japan to achieve global popularity.
Based on the concept of creating songs inspired by novels, YOASOBI has produced numerous hits, and their debut track, “Yoru ni Kakeru,” is one I’d especially like to recommend to bassists.
Released in 2019 and based on Mayo Hoshino’s short story “Thanatos no Yuuwaku” (The Temptation of Thanatos), YOASOBI’s debut also features a highly memorable music video by Ai Nina.
From a bass-playing perspective, the main approach is octave technique, building a danceable groove, but in the middle section there’s a bass-solo-like phrase that appears alongside an intense piano solo.
[Bass] A Collection of Japanese Songs Featuring Standout Bass Solos [2026] (41–50)
The theme of SHUTTER SPEEDSGLAY
GLAY’s JIRO is definitely one of the popular players who changed the image of bassists in the 1990s.
He was hugely popular as a fashion icon at the time, and as a bassist he’s the type who can handle a wide range of rhythms without being confined to rock.
But in this hit song “SHUTTER SPEEDS no Theme,” where JIRO also takes the lead vocals, his punkish side really shines through! The aggressive bass with a heavily distorted tone right from the intro is insanely cool, and I bet plenty of kids tried their best to copy the free-roaming bass solo in the middle.
It’s no exaggeration to say this is a track where the bass takes center stage, so if you love bass tones, this is a must-check!
Master VolumeUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
This is UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s second single, which was used as the opening theme for the music program “JAPAN COUNTDOWN.” It’s a fast-paced rock tune featuring a remarkably full sound that belies its simple band setup, and standout arrangements where each part shines precisely because of that simplicity.
The bass solo, while using relatively few notes, creates a strong groove and adds a catchy spice that enhances the song’s refreshing feel.
It’s a modern rock number with a quality melody that invites you to pay special attention to the bass as you listen.