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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!

A collection of popular and classic songs by BUMP OF CHICKEN that are literary yet everyday and resonate with the heart (41–50)

Milky Way RailroadBUMP OF CHICKEN

Like the film’s story, this song paints a bittersweet and beautiful portrait of a journey.

It was released in July 2005 as the B-side to the single “Planetarium.” Through concrete motifs such as a train window, tickets, and luggage, it carefully depicts passengers, each carrying their own story.

What stands out in the lyrics is the resolve to move on to the next station while desperately holding on to the precious things one has protected.

Used as an insert song in the live-action film “5 Centimeters per Second,” released in October 2025, it drew renewed attention as a track that enriches the film’s worldview.

It’s an encouraging song that stands by those who are at a turning point in life.

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ButterflyBUMP OF CHICKEN

It’s the lead track from the 2016 album “Butterflies.” Starting from a quiet intro, it unfolds into a refreshing, signature melody of theirs, and throughout, a Eurobeat-like motif resonates.

It’s a song that showcases their trademark sound while boldly venturing into something new.

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HappyBUMP OF CHICKEN

It’s a song infused with Motoo Fujiwara’s philosophy.

There’s a quality to his work that seems understandable yet not, and unintelligible yet somehow clear.

In that context, a direct expression like “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” feels rather unusual for him, doesn’t it?

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supernovaBUMP OF CHICKEN

Their 11th single, released as a double A-side with “Karma” in 2005.

They recruited extras for the music video online, which became a talking point at the time.

Despite its very quiet nature, the song conveys a grand, expansive atmosphere.

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diamondBUMP OF CHICKEN

When you think of a diamond, you think of something very precious and important, right? What would be a diamond to you? Don’t rely on predefined values—trust what resonates in your heart.

By the way, there’s no correct answer in the lyrics of this song.

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Spacetime Hide-and-SeekBUMP OF CHICKEN

It has a rather puzzling title and tends to be avoided, but it’s a very nuanced song that laments one’s own helplessness at being unable to answer the call of “Ready or not?” within this ‘space-time’ where everything fades with the passage of time.

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AriaBUMP OF CHICKEN

A refreshing sound perfect for the summer season.

Despite being a rock number, it still feels cool.

As you immerse yourself in the mysterious world of the lyrics and ponder their meaning, you may feel as if you’re solving a riddle.

The title’s “aria”—thinking about what it really is seems to be a key hint.

It’s truly a song where you can experience BUMP’s uniquely poetic world.

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