A collection of popular and iconic BUMP OF CHICKEN songs that resonate with the heart—both poetic and down-to-earth
Formed in 1994 and debuting in 1999, the four-piece rock band BUMP OF CHICKEN has captured our hearts and steadily grown in popularity.
They’ve also provided theme songs for moving films and are now loved by a wide audience.
They are a presence that has had a tremendous impact on the Japanese rock scene, and the unique world crafted by Motoo “Fujikun” Fujiwara never fails to feel profoundly deep.
From those who raced through their youth with BUMP’s songs to those who’ve only recently started to like them, we’ve gathered wonderful tracks you’ll definitely want to hear—let’s enjoy them together!
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A collection of BUMP OF CHICKEN’s popular and classic songs (21–30) that are literary, everyday, and resonate with the heart.
SmileBUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s a song released two months after the Great East Japan Earthquake, with all sales proceeds donated to disaster relief.
Despite running over eight minutes, it never becomes dull and draws you in completely.
BUMP OF CHICKEN is known for their choruses, and in this track that part is exceptionally powerful and firmly woven into the lyrics.
With lyrics that are simple in contrast to the long duration yet hammered home with overwhelming force, this is unmistakably a masterpiece.
I want to talk.BUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s a quintessential BUMP song that makes you feel out of the ordinary.
In a world where only the gum spreads, you can sense the high caliber of the lyrics.
At a lone bus stop, thinking of someone who used to be precious.
Someone who’s no longer here.
Yet there’s still so much to say.
It conveys that kind of bittersweetness in a straightforward way.
The song was released in October 2018.
It’s perfect for listening to on a long autumn night.
May DayBUMP OF CHICKEN
Mayday, known for their cool guitar sound and distinctive lyrics.
They rarely perform on TV, but this is the song they played when they appeared on Music Station.
It’s a classic that expresses the resolve and feelings of walking forward with someone important.
The melody is clear and easy to listen to, making it a great recommendation for BUMP newcomers.
One listen will set your heart and body bouncing.
commemorative photoBUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s a song that makes you feel like you’re watching a drama.
Both the melody and the lyrics draw you in as if you’re reading a story.
With a stable, solid sound and techno elements woven in, it’s easy to listen to.
It blends two elements: it’s rock yet also pop.
Released in July 2017.
It was used as a tie-in track for a Cup Noodles commercial.
rayBUMP OF CHICKEN
An unconventional single through a collaboration with Hatsune Miku, this track proves that nothing is impossible for BUMP: despite being so-called “experimental” music, it still achieves the quality worthy of an album’s title tune.
The now-popular kz, known as a Hatsune Miku editor, took part, and all eyes are on BUMP’s future—further collaboration tracks, live performances, and more.
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN
Speaking of BUMP, many people immediately think of “Tentai Kansoku” (Stargazing).
That’s how big an impact this song had on the public.
It’s a karaoke staple.
It’s a masterpiece that combines the theme of stargazing with romance.
By the way, the album that includes this track is titled Jupiter—a CD themed around space.
It was also used as the theme song for the drama Tentai Kansoku.
Name of the FlowerBUMP OF CHICKEN
Among their songs there are many masterpieces, and this one is a truly wonderful ballad as well.
Listening to it, you can really feel soothed by Motoo Fujiwara’s gentle voice, right? The lyrics compare a loved one to a flower and sing of straightforward love, which moved many fans.
While many of his lyrics read like stories, this song has a slightly different feel—but it’s still absolutely lovely.
