Packed with slap groove vibes! A collection of songs with cool bass
Hey everyone, do you like low end? In this article, we’ll introduce songs with awesome bass parts—mainly Japanese rock, with some J‑POP too.
From tracks with flashy riffs and slap, to funky, rolling bass lines, grooves that hit even with fewer notes, and tunes with stellar tone design—we’re picking from all angles.
You can just surrender to the sound and vibe out, or use it to find your favorite bassist and think, “I want to play like that!”
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[Packed with slap-groove vibes!] A compilation of songs with cool bass (71–80)
Indigo squaredYorushika
The contrast between the rock-like, simple root-note parts and the moving bass lines that add color to the song is fantastic.
It’s a track by Yorushika, a band also known for hits like “Ghost in a Flower,” included on their third album, “Dakara Boku wa Ongaku wo Yameta” (I Quit Music), released in 2019.
The driving tempo pairs perfectly with vocalist suis’s clear, expansive voice, making it emotionally stirring.
Another draw is the deep lyrical world crafted by the composer n-buna.
Highly recommended for those who want speedy, solid bass.
I want to go hang out.bakkudoroppu shinderera
Backdrop Cinderella is a four-piece rock band known for their unique sound that fuses folk music with rock and for their energetic live performances.
Their digital-only single “Asobi ni Ikitai,” released on March 18, 2023, is an impressive track whose lyrics and sprightly beat make you want to go somewhere, just like the title suggests.
The off-beat guitar cutting and interlocking bass line give the ensemble a sense of speed.
It’s a catchy rock tune where the bass steps forward at just the right moments to elevate the song—be sure to listen for that standout bass playing.
Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA
Unsurprisingly, this track instantly brings the anime Demon Slayer to mind, but how about focusing on the bass for a change as you listen? It shifts abruptly from a classical piano tone to an incredibly heavy sound.
The following verse, weighty yet featuring the piano, is loaded with a sense that something is about to happen.
Then comes the explosive power of the chorus after another hefty fill! It’s a superb song whose low-end arrangement preserves LiSA’s bright, cutting vocal timbre.
You can really feel the bass doing its job.
[Packed with slap groove vibes!] A collection of songs with cool bass (81–90)
Song of the DeadKANA-BOON
Formed in a high school light music club, KANA-BOON is a four-piece rock band that has been expanding its popularity both in Japan and overseas, particularly across Asia and South America.
Their 18th single, “Song of the Dead,” is a striking track with positive lyrics, selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead.
The bass playing, which alternates between tight and groovy in just the right places to color the song, may not be flashy, but it functions as a core element of the band’s sound.
It’s a rock tune we especially want people who don’t usually pay attention to the bass to hear—one that lets you feel the unsung powerhouse of the ensemble.
SOUVENIRBUMP OF CHICKEN
From a band performance with a sparse note count emerges SOUVENIR, a sound that highlights the character of each instrument.
Released in 2022 by the rock band BUMP OF CHICKEN, the song was chosen as the opening theme for season 2 of the anime SPY×FAMILY.
Throughout the track, the band delivers a performance punctuated with sharp accents, with a particularly notable undulating bassline.
Together with the guitar’s cutting and the supportive drumming, it creates an overwhelming sense of groove.
In the chorus, where the grand drum performance resounds, the freely moving bass riffs intertwine as the section unfolds.
Be sure to listen for the technical bass movements woven into the light, buoyant band arrangement.
sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN
BUMP OF CHICKEN’s insanely cool guitar rock track “sailing day.” Centered around straightforward eighth notes with a playful twist, the bassline is outstanding.
The movement of the bass right before the chorus is highly effective: it shifts from a line that almost feels unstable to a solid, weighty groove in the chorus—an arrangement that perfectly matches the song’s dramatic vibe.
It’s a fully realized piece of guitar rock and a great model for crafting your own basslines.
sugoi kawaii JYOCHOJYOCHO
JYOCHO is a four-piece band whose high-level musicality has been drawing attention.
“sugoi kawaii JYOCHO,” included on their first album ‘Utsukushii Shūmatsu Cycle’ (Beautiful Terminal Cycle), is a live staple that lets you fully experience the band’s virtuosity in under two minutes.
The bass playing—employing techniques like tapping and slapping—particularly stands out even within an ensemble where every part can take the lead.
It’s a track that reaffirms the coolness of the bass: supporting the song’s low end while shining with a strong presence.