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Masterpieces and Popular Songs by THE BLUE HEARTS

The soul-stirring music of THE BLUE HEARTS, a band that represents Japan’s punk rock scene, continues to move countless people to this day.

The unique world created by Hiroto Kōmoto’s powerful, low-register vocals and Masatoshi Mashima’s distinctive gravelly voice spans everything from high-velocity tracks like “Linda Linda” and “TRAIN-TRAIN” to poignant breakup songs like “TOO MUCH PAIN.” Having defined an era and influenced many, they continue to captivate us with their broad musical range.

THE BLUE HEARTS’ famous and popular songs (21–30)

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[Official] The Blue Hearts “Yugure (Dusk)” [14th Single (1993/10/25)] THE BLUE HEARTS / Yugure
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This song is one where vocalist Hiroto Kōmoto sings while playing the guitar.

He plays guitar from time to time.

It feels like a mid-range, slow-tempo track with a strong message.

The lyrics contain several outstanding lines, making it a really good song.

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[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS “Linda Linda” [1st Single (1987/5/1)] THE BLUE HEARTS / Linda Linda
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The first album by THE BLUE HEARTS, a four-piece punk rock band that made their major debut in 1987.

Propelled by their explosive debut with the track “Linda Linda,” the band became legendary, and this album is considered their signature work.

It’s packed with catchy numbers that grab you with a sense of speed, showcasing vocalist Hiroto Kōmoto’s unique character and guitarist Masatoshi Mashima’s rock ’n’ roll spirit front and center.

Full of rock tunes that’ll make any rock fan want to belt out in a chorus, the powerful backing vocals and arrangements are perfect for energizing a karaoke session.

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I tried singing The Blue Hearts’ “NAGAREMONO.”
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This is one of THE BLUE HEARTS’ signature songs, bursting with raw youthful energy.

Included on the album Train-Train released in November 1988, this piece lasts less than two minutes, yet is known as a classic that leaves a deep impression on listeners.

Hiroto Kōmoto’s vocals and Masatoshi Mashima’s guitar create a soundscape that is both rough and delicate, brilliantly expressing the transience and beauty of life.

The lyrics, which probe the subtleties of human relationships and the meaning of living freely, will resonate with everyone living in the present.

When you’ve experienced parting from or reuniting with a friend, listening to this song is sure to set your heart ablaze.

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[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS “Sutegoma (Live Version)” [Included on the 6th album ‘STICK OUT’ (1993/2/10)] THE BLUE HEARTS / Sutegoma (Live)
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This is one of their somewhat challenging songs.

The Blue Hearts are a punk rock band, so they create songs like this out of their own free will.

That uninhibited spirit is probably one of the band’s strengths.

Making whatever songs they want, the way they want—that’s their true forte.

Silent Call BluesTHE BLUE HEARTS

A song that makes you feel the burning intensity of sprinting through the very heart of youth.

The lyrics, based on real experiences, resonate powerfully with listeners.

It was included on the album “TRAIN-TRAIN” and released in 1988.

Set to a mid-tempo melody, it weaves a tale of bittersweet emotions.

At the Christmas live show in December 1989, it was performed as the opening number.

It was also used in an NTT West Japan commercial, making it beloved across generations.

It’s a great pick when you want to listen in a calm mood.

It’s a compelling track packed with the charm of THE BLUE HEARTS.

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[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS “1000 Violins” [12th Single (1993/5/25)] THE BLUE HEARTS / 1000 no Violin
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This is an arrangement of “1000 Violins” with orchestral accompaniment.

The song feels vastly different from the original, taking on a grand, expansive tone.

In commercials and similar media, it’s usually this arranged version, “1001 Violins,” rather than the original, that is used.

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THE BLUE HEARTS "Machi (The City)" (Live, before debut, at a certain live house 5/13)
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A signature song by THE BLUE HEARTS that sings of the loneliness and solidarity of young people living in cities of asphalt and concrete.

Its driving rhythm and powerful vocals portray human bonds that won’t yield to the chill of urban life.

Since their formation in 1985, they have stirred countless hearts as an icon of punk rock, and this track brims with their spirit.

Hiroto Kōmoto’s rich low voice gives courage to those of us living today.

When you’re worn out by the clamor of the city or want to believe in reuniting with your friends, give this song a listen—it’s sure to resonate.