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 Collection of Songs with Awesome Bass (21–30)
lives remainingzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
“Zanki” by Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni.
opens with a crisp, treble-rich slap that feels great.
The slap phrases in this track are extremely challenging, and it seems tough to replicate them without using the so-called rotary technique—thumb down, then thumb up, followed immediately by a pull.
It also packs in a variety of other techniques, such as raking (playing multiple strings with a single finger) and ghost notes that add rhythmic decoration without a defined pitch.
A must-listen for any bassist!
Eggs, milk, and recordsSebunsu Bega
The four-woman group Seventh Vega, currently drawing attention among early-eared music fans, will release Tamago to Gyūnyū to Record in 2025—a track marked by an urban sound design and a soft groove.
The bass lines, occasionally incorporating slap, overlap with the guitar’s cutting to firmly shape the song’s sense of rhythm.
There are parts that solidly support the low end and rhythm, which here serves to highlight the lightness of the vocals and guitar.
Precisely because the song has a gentle atmosphere, you can feel how the low end firmly supports the whole piece.
Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya
Tatsuya Kitani is a singer-songwriter who is active in a wide range of roles—including as a bassist in his own band and a support member for Yorushika—and he also has a background as a Vocaloid producer.
The title track of his third EP, “Ao no Sumika,” was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death.
Beyond the high-speed slap section that appears before the chorus, the undulating bassline that underpins the entire song conveys his mindset and perspective as a bassist.
It’s a rock tune where you can savor a bass sound with a presence that rivals the exhilarating melodies and sharp-edged guitars.
AngleMONO NO AWARE
It’s a song that offers hints for changing how you see everyday life.
Created by MONO NO AWARE, it was released in February 2024 and included on the album “The Buffet,” which came out in June of the same year.
The lyrics, penned by Shuhei Tamaoki, use playful wordplay to show how shifting your perspective can change how you view yourself and the world.
And the bassline—solidly supporting the track while occasionally taking a light, walking turn—is just wonderful.
It’s a piece that reveals more flavor the more you listen to it.
BuddhaRADWIMPS
RADWIMPS’s gloriously unhinged masterpiece “Oshakashama” showcases the band’s wilder side in full bloom.
While Yojiro Noda’s playful wordcraft is a highlight, the way the band conjures that sense of urgency and panic is truly spectacular.
The guitar’s intricate melodies intertwining with the bass line are one of RADWIMPS’s signature moves, and it almost feels like a stringed-instrument duel unfolding behind the vocals.
And of course, the slap technique deserves special mention—when you play it, don’t just hit and pluck; be mindful of the rhythm as well.
It may be subtle, but those heavenly-sounding eighth notes in the C section are fantastic too.
Savor them!
first deathTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE
TK, known as the central figure of Ling tosite sigure and famed for his captivating high-tone voice, is a singer-songwriter whose 8th single “first death” was chosen as the ending theme for episode 8 of the TV anime Chainsaw Man.
Even amid the noisy guitar sound and technical drum work, the aggressive bass playing never loses its presence, giving the entire track a sense of swell and stability.
The low bass, contrasting with the eccentric vocals, adds depth to the song—making it a cool rock tune.
Summertime CinderellaRyokushokushakai
Here’s a heart-thumping summer tune that surges with overwhelming exhilaration.
Performed by Ryokuoushoku Shakai, it was released digitally in July 2023 and specially written as the theme song for the drama “Midsummer Cinderella.” Haruko Nagaya’s translucent vocals blend perfectly with performances that showcase each member’s individuality.
The lyrics, depicting a summer romance, are sweet yet leave a lingering tinge of wistfulness.
Be sure to pay attention to the bassline that underpins the dazzling sound!