day after tomorrow’s best and most popular songs

prizeday after tomorrow

「prize」　day after tomorrow

An upbeat tune with dazzling, flashy synthesizer phrases that instantly grabs the listener’s heart.

While holding onto wavering emotions, it’s infused with a strong resolve to affirm oneself and move forward, and there’s no doubt misono’s powerful, soaring vocals will give you a push.

This track opens the debut mini-album “day after tomorrow,” released in August 2002, and was also beloved as the theme song for Fuji TV’s variety show “Nekketsu! Santa Maria.” Offering the courage to overcome anxiety and step into the future, it’s perfect for times when you’re taking on something new or need a boost of energy.

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regret

A gem of a ballad included on the album “primary colors,” released in February 2004.

Though not a single, it’s cherished among fans as a hidden masterpiece.

Vocalist misono’s richly expressive voice poignantly conveys both regret and gratitude for time that can’t be reclaimed.

The story of two people who drifted apart due to unspoken words comes into focus, and as you listen, a bittersweet ache wells up.

Try listening alone on a quiet night, letting the gentle sounds carry you back through your memories.

The wistfulness is within this heartday after tomorrow

The wistfulness is within this heart

A heartfelt mid-tempo number from day after tomorrow’s later period that captures the pain of heartbreak with a faint glimmer of hope.

Against a band sound woven from piano and guitar, misono delivers a nuanced vocal performance that traces shifting emotions.

The wistful guitar solo is another highlight.

The track was included as the B-side to the single “Kimi to Aeta Kiseki,” released in January 2005, and was also used as an insert song in the video work “day alone ~Manora to Hime-chan~” as well as a tie-in track for Nippon TV’s “Sports MAX.” It’s a song to listen to closely on nights when you’re thinking of someone dear.

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P.S.

Although it’s a B-side track, it’s a hidden gem that has maintained strong popularity among fans.

Released in January 2005 as part of the single “Kimi to Aeta Kiseki,” it’s also included on the album “day alone” and in their best-of compilation.

It was used as the ending theme for NTV’s “SPORTS MAX,” and as an insert song in a drama featuring the members.

The lyrics, which capture unchanging friendships and youthful days—like memories of getting scolded by a teacher on the emergency staircase back in school—really hit home.

Misono’s clear, expansive vocals pair perfectly with the slightly wistful band sound.

It’s the kind of song that makes you want to reach out to old friends after a long time!

Prideday after tomorrow

Pride

Day after tomorrow produced numerous hit songs after their debut before regretfully going on hiatus.

This piece, included as an extra track on their best-of album “single Best” released in August 2005, is a hidden gem chosen as the Japanese image song for the Korean film “Antarctic Journal.” Riding on a grand arrangement that fuses synth sounds with strings, misono’s emotional vocals resonate powerfully.

It’s an inspiring track that symbolizes the latter period of their career—one you’ll want to listen to when you’re feeling uncertain or need the courage to take a new step forward.

Show Timeday after tomorrow

Show Time

This upbeat, positive number was featured as the TV commercial song for the cram school “Meiko Gijuku,” and became widely familiar in living rooms across Japan during exam season.

While portraying the everyday lives of young people working part-time jobs and struggling with love, its lyrics stand out for giving you the courage to take a step toward your dreams.

Included on a double A-side single released in February 2004, the track is also a key song that symbolizes the pop sensibility of the album “primary colors.” It’s a classic by day after tomorrow that you’ll want to play when you’re stuck with studying or work and need a boost.

Smartlyday after tomorrow

Smartly

A pop tune that, while focusing on small misunderstandings and lovers’ quarrels, wins empathy with its forward-looking resolve to build the relationship.

Misono’s down-to-earth, unpretentious lyrics pair perfectly with the high-energy sound, and just listening to it naturally lifts your spirits! It was included on the three-track single “DAY STAR,” released in July 2003, and was also used as the theme song for TBS’s “Super Soccer PLUS.” True to a sports program theme, it’s refreshingly invigorating—perfect for a drive or when you want a change of pace.