“Cherry” Popular Cover Songs
Spitz is one of Japan’s leading rock bands, with their songs even appearing in music textbooks.
One of their signature songs is “Cherry,” right?
It’s a staple not only for karaoke but also as a go-to piece for practicing guitar.
Given how this track can be considered a standard number representing Japanese pop/rock, it’s been covered by many artists!
In this article, we’ll introduce various covers of “Cherry” by different artists.
You might be surprised—“Wait, that artist covered it too?!”—so please look forward to listening and enjoy!
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[Cherry] Popular Cover Songs (1–10)
cherryPUFFY
There are many things to love about Cherry’s songs, but if you boil down their soft, dreamlike atmosphere, would it turn into a cover like this? Sung incredibly slowly, with PUFFY’s signature languid vocals, this cover really stands apart from the rest.
Since it’s included as one track on a covers album, it might sound different when heard in the flow of the album, but listened to on its own—what is it, shoegaze already?
cherrykinmokusei
A cover by Kinmokusei, who were influenced by kayōkyoku and New Music and are committed to staying within the realm of pop.
You can really feel the meticulous attention to the arrangement in this track! While they’re best known for the huge hit “Futari no Akaboshi” with its soaring vocals, this song features double vocals.
The guitars have a choppy, jittery feel, giving it a more danceable vibe.
It’s a kind of pop that differs from Spitz’s.
cherrykurisu haato
A cover by Chris Hart, an artist who, despite being American, became a sensation for covering Japanese kayōkyoku and J-pop.
He really is such a great singer.
I’ve heard he originally played in a metal band, and that brings out the appeal of Spitz’s band sound really well here.
He has two children, and he’s known to be an incredibly nice person—this cover lets you feel that kindness.
[Cherry] Popular Cover Songs (11–20)
cherrytsuji ayano
Spitz’s hit song “Cherry.” Ayano Tsuji has covered it.
It features a simple arrangement with just ukulele and vocals.
That simplicity really brings out the beauty of her singing.
It’s a heartwarming, relaxing arrangement—really lovely.
Ayano Tsuji’s “Cherry” is something I’d love to listen to with a warm drink.
cherryFukuyama Masaharu
Masaharu Fukuyama, a hugely popular artist, has covered Spitz’s “Cherry.” His self-accompanied version on guitar is wonderful.
Masaharu Fukuyama is incredibly cool, and his vocal ability is outstanding.
Listening to this will surely make many women fall under his spell.
With his excellent guitar skills as well, Masaharu Fukuyama’s “Cherry” is a highly recommended number.
In conclusion
We introduced various artists’ covers of “Cherry.” There were versions that stayed faithful to the original, as well as boldly reimagined arrangements interpreted through each artist’s own strengths and sensibilities.
Still, no matter how it’s covered, isn’t the song’s greatest appeal that it always turns out wonderful? Be sure to enjoy comparing the differences among the versions.