The Popular Cover of 'Daydream Believer' (Seven-Eleven’s Song)
Many of you have probably heard “Daydream Believer,” the song released in 1967 by the American rock band The Monkees, somewhere before, right?
That’s right! It plays in 7‑Eleven commercials and as in-store background music!
And the most famous cover of this song is the version sung by Kiyoshiro Imawano!
In fact, his cover is so well-known that some people might not even know The Monkees’ original.
This long-beloved classic has been covered by many artists besides Kiyoshiro Imawano!
In this article, we’ll keep introducing them—be sure to give them a listen.
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[7-Eleven Song] Popular cover versions of Daydream Believer (1–10)
Daydream BelieverShin-yama Shiori
Daydream Believer sung by singer-songwriter Shiori Niiyama.
It’s a solo acoustic, one-guitar performance, and her husky voice really shines in this cover.
She’s a young-generation musician, but I think her appeal will reach a lot of people.
Daydream BelieverTHE TIMERS
Isn’t this the most famous cover, familiar from commercials and the like? It’s Daydream Believer by The Timers, led by Kiyoshiro Imawano.
Although it features their own unique lyrics, its warm and gentle poetry is truly captivating.
It’s a classic cover that blends a cozy, heartwarming feel with a touch of melancholy.
Daydream BelieverLeyona with Miyake Shinji
This is the version where you can hear Shinji Miyake’s gritty guitar playing.
Leyona’s soaring vocals seem to make the song’s sadness even more poignant.
Since it was performed at a memorial live concert for the late Kiyoshiro Imawano, it’s also a cover that feels a bit lonelier in that respect.
[Seven-Eleven Song] Popular cover versions of Daydream Believer (11–20)
Daydream BelieverMori Megumi
Here is Megumi Mori’s low-voiced rendition of “Daydream Believer.” It’s a cover that shows her respect for Kiyoshiro Imawano, with a simple arrangement that preserves the feel of the original, making it pleasantly dreamy to listen to.
As expected, this song really shines as an acoustic guitar solo performance with vocals.
In conclusion
We introduced various artists’ versions of “Daydream Believer”—did you find a favorite cover? Many of you might have been surprised to learn that the familiar Japanese version is actually a cover.
It’s a classic with a gentle, happy atmosphere, and there have been many covers over the years.
Be sure to take your time and compare each one.