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 BelieverFujihara Sakura
Here’s a cover sung by the female singer-songwriter Sakura Fujiwara with a slightly different vibe.
How does “Daydream Believer” feel to you in this voice? It’s a heartfelt performance where you can sense her own creative touches and expression—both the vocals and the rendition are wonderful.
Daydream BelieverTeshima Aoi
Here is a truly luxurious cover by Aoi Teshima, known for theme songs from Studio Ghibli films.
Sung in an English-lyrics version with a piano-accompaniment arrangement, it’s a track whose unadorned, simple vocals slip gently into our hearts.
The bouncy piano rhythm makes it feel as if energy is welling up from deep within.
Daydream BelieverSakazaki Kōnosuke
This is a cover song by Konosuke Sakazaki of THE ALFEE, sung with a mix of The Monkees’ original English lyrics and Japanese lyrics.
As expected from a master of the folk scene, you can’t help but be entranced by Sakazaki’s gentle voice.
Isn’t it a loving cover that truly shows respect for the original?
Daydream BelieverSakamoto Fuyumi
This is a cover of “Daydream Believer” sung by enka singer Fuyumi Sakamoto.
Her powerful, kobushi-inflected vocals make this familiar song feel fresh again.
The lyrics come through clearly, and it’s the kind of cover you’d expect from an enka singer—one you can enjoy seamlessly even as a pop song!
Daydream BelieverKimyō Reitarō
Reitaro Strange is famous for covering chanson and many other genres.
He’s a musician loved by many for his singing voice and friendly personality.
It feels like only when someone with his character sings it do the lyrics and melody of this song truly come alive—an unforgettable, outstanding cover.
Daydream BelieverTakahata Mitsuki
It’s “Daydream Believer,” used as the theme song for an animated film starring actress Mitsuki Takahata.
This is a cover of The Timers’ Japanese-lyrics version.
It’s a song that astonishes with her high-quality vocals as a singer, and another wonderful aspect is how the impression changes dramatically when a woman sings it.
DAYDREAM BELIEVER feat. Kiyosaku (MONGOL800, The NO PROBLEMs)The BK Sound
Here is “Daydream Believer” delivered with a completely fresh sound and a vibe we’ve never had before.
The ska arrangement really brings out the song’s euphoria and sounds so cool.
Hearing this classic with a laid-back beat gives it a different flavor that’s wonderful in its own way.