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)
TATTOOOfisharu Higedan Dism
Official HIGE DANDism is a four-piece piano pop band aiming to become a new standard that captivates listeners across gender and generations.
Their 10th digital single, “TATTOO,” written as the theme song for the TV drama ‘Pending Train — 8:23, Ashita Kimi to,’ is a feel-good number with an intro whose memorable choral work and guitar riff linger in your ears.
The funky bassline, with its tight phrases, further accentuates the song’s buoyant feel.
It’s a stylish pop tune that conveys the bass’s cool, seasoned character.
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
It’s a masterpiece that combines artistry with approachability.
Centered on the theme of a fated love that transcends space and time, its energetic rock sound is deeply stirring.
Released by RADWIMPS in August 2016, the song was created as the theme for director Makoto Shinkai’s animated film “Your Name.” and is also included on the album “Ningen Kaika.” The “Your Name.” soundtrack album was a commercial success and was performed at the 67th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
This piece is widely regarded as a song that electrifies live performances and is also popular as a practice track for band ensembles.
It’s a number that any music lover dreams of playing, so be sure to incorporate it into your practice.
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.
[Packed with slap groove vibes!] A collection of songs with cool bass (81–90)
Friday Nightnatori
Singer-songwriter Natori, whose 2022 release “Overdose” created a huge buzz and drew attention especially among younger generations, has been in the spotlight.
The third digital single, “Friday Night,” also made waves with the anecdote that Natori wrote it just two months after starting his music career.
Its groovy ensemble is driven by the bass line, which gives the entire track a crisp sense of dynamics.
Though it runs under three minutes, the dramatic arrangement showcases real talent—a new-generation pop tune.
muddywakazaemon
Amid a sludgy, oozing groove, the bass darts around freely in all directions.
Composed by bassist Wakazaemon and released in 2019, this track feels like turning one’s inner downer vibes straight into music—something I think will especially resonate with younger listeners.
From a bass-playing standpoint, the wah-inflected phrases really stand out.
The contrast between the quirky, slappy-pecking tone and the heavy, thudding sections is just perfect.
Get a taste of Wakazaemon’s originality for yourself.
Charlesbarūn
A song released by singer-songwriter Keina Suda under his Vocaloid producer name, Balloon.
From 2017 to 2019, it consistently ranked near the top of karaoke charts, especially among young listeners.
While the track has plenty to enjoy—catchy melodies and memorable guitar arpeggios—the bassline, which actually shapes the overall atmosphere and beat of the song, is exceptional.
The fully grooving bass creates both a sense of speed and a powerful swell, making it a number that simply can’t be discussed without mentioning the bass.
Blade length: 200,000,000 centimetersMakishimamu Za Horumon
Maximum the Hormone’s “Hawatari 2 Oku Centi” kicks off with a satisfyingly distorted bass sound.
The song has extremely drastic tempo changes, and the moment it shifts into a high-speed two-beat, the 16th-note phrase on the open third string is irresistibly cool.
If you’re playing this song on a 4-string, tune only the 4th string down two whole steps to C.
That gives you an alternate tuning of C-A-D-G from the 4th string up, so it may take some time to get used to.
Also, since the tuning drops significantly, I recommend using heavier gauge strings to maintain tension.
