[Japanese Music] The Magic of Arpeggios: A Collection of Beautiful Songs Featuring Arpeggios
In Japanese, “arpeggio” is expressed as 分散和音 (bunsan waon), which simply means a playing technique where you play the notes of a chord one at a time.
It’s a method often used on guitar and piano in ballads, and chances are everyone has heard it at least once.
If you’ve only recently learned the term “arpeggio,” you might be eager to listen to more songs that feature it.
In this article, we’ll introduce many recommended pieces with beautiful arpeggios just for you.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of arpeggios!
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[J-Pop] The Magic of Arpeggios: A Collection of Beautiful Songs with Arpeggios (31–40)
Unfit to be a loverKoresawa
Koresawa’s singing voice really does feel familiar and approachable.
From the very first word, there’s a comforting sense that she’s right there by your side.
“Koibito Shikkaku” is a song that, while reminiscing about memories with an ex, expresses a gentle care for that person.
It’s sung from a male perspective, which is unusual for Koresawa.
You can feel the person’s kindness overflowing from the thought, “I really did love you.” The guitar arpeggios create a somewhat nostalgic atmosphere.
Please enjoy this heartfelt mid-tempo ballad from Koresawa.
fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi
Written and composed by Kenshi Yonezu himself and created in collaboration, this song has been used in many contexts—including as the theme song for an anime film of the same name—and is popular overseas as well.
The arpeggio in the intro, which feels like savoring a sparkling youth peeking through a sense of languor, is extremely beautiful.
While the song evokes summer, it also has a different kind of appeal when listened to in winter.
Cracked Worldmajiko
“Cracked World” is one of majiko’s signature songs; she originally performed mainly on Niconico under the name “Maji-ko.” Throughout the track, arpeggios appear in various places from start to finish.
The arpeggios are played on glockenspiel and piano, and together with the overall sound they create a fantastical atmosphere.
It’s a song that uses arpeggios effectively, making you feel as if you’ve stepped into a dream world as you listen.
Frog SongMori Nana
This is the song chosen as the theme for the film “Last Letter.” Its ethereal atmosphere suddenly sweeps you away, doesn’t it? The singer is Nana Mori, the actress who voiced the heroine in the popular 2019 film “Weathering With You.” Her gentle voice, free of any sharpness, feels familiar and soothing.
It’s by no means a bright song—if anything, it evokes a sense of melancholy—but you’ll feel purified after listening.
The arpeggio appears at the beginning of the track, creating a pleasant mood that’s hard to put into words.
never againECHOLL
The lead track by the in-film band ECHOLL from the movie “We Made a Beautiful Bouquet” starring Mackenyu Arata and Takumi Kitamura in a much-talked-about double lead role.
It’s a pleasant number featuring a gentle yet resolute vocal and delicate guitar arpeggios.
Every part uses few notes and simple playing, highlighting the singing while still asserting a solid presence.
With its heartrending lyrics and melody and assured performance, it heightens anticipation for the film—an outstanding success as a lead song.
