Masterpieces and popular songs by Dragon Ash

TIME OF YOUR LIFEDragon Ash

Dragon Ash｢TIME OF YOUR LIFE｣

This moody track, with a music video that starts with city lights, was included on the 2010 single SPIRIT OF PROGRESS E.P.

It showcases a new side of Dragon Ash that’s distinct from both hip-hop and Latin styles.

The song is said to be a send-off dedicated to a certain band whose breakup held great meaning for Dragon Ash (judging by the timing, it’s presumed to be SBK—Skebo King).

It’s paired with ROCK BAND on the same release and is considered an important piece that also serves as a sequel to Shared Fate.

Where the Lilies BloomDragon Ash

Dragon Ash - Where the Lilies Bloom (Live ver.)

Included on the 2001 album “LILY OF DA VALLEY.” Although it wasn’t released as a single, it ranked No.

2 in a fan poll held for the 2007 best-of album, and is known among fans as a hidden gem.

The contrast between the gently enveloping first half and the suddenly surging, rough second half is incredibly cool! At live shows, crowdsurfers pop up one after another.

Here I AmDragon Ash

Dragon Ash｢Here I Am｣

In 2012, bassist IKUZONE passed away suddenly.

This was the first maxi single released after the band became a six-member lineup.

Though there was despair, we wouldn’t stop making music, and we would always move toward hope.

The words of “proof of existence” and “declaration of determination” scattered throughout the lyrics seem to reflect the members’ resolve.

The “you” in the lyrics can be heard both as an answer to the fans who were waiting and as a message to IKUZONE.

Life goes onDragon Ash

Dragon Ash｢Life goes on｣

The 10th single, released in January 2002.

It was used in a J-PHONE (now SoftBank Mobile) commercial at the time.

If you’re of that generation, it’s probably nostalgic, right? From a peaceful first half that says, “Life goes on despite everything,” it suddenly shifts into an intense, rapid-fire rap section—the contrast gives me chills.

The footage is from their appearance at the Shikoku summer festival MONSTER baSH in 2002.

In the pre-song comment clip, you can see how young Sakurai and the rest of the members look when they talk!

Let yourself go, Let myself goDragon Ash

Dragon Ash Let yourself go, Let myself go

Their 4th single, released in March 1999.

With this song, Dragon Ash broke into the Oricon Top 10 for the first time, significantly boosting their recognition.

As a band, they also incorporated an up-tempo sound, making it a track that became a springboard into a new direction.

Kj was not yet 20 at the time of writing the song.

It’s amazing—and a little terrifying—how talented he is, and I’m thrilled he’s still at the forefront today.

La BambaDragon Ash

Dragon Ash｢La Bamba｣

A classic that has long been beloved as a Mexican folk song and has been passed down by numerous artists, including Los Lobos.

Dragon Ash reconstructed this global standard as a piece of mixture rock with Japanese lyrics.

While retaining the upbeat, Latin-tinged rhythm of the original, it’s arranged with a fierce band sound that can shake live houses and festival venues.

Although it was the B-side to the 2008 single “Velvet Touch,” it became widely known after being used in a commercial for the au W64SA.

It was later included on the album FREEDOM.

Just listening to it gets you pumped up, making it perfect for parties where you want to hype things up with friends, or for moments when you want to soak in a liberating mood!

Under Age’s SongDragon Ash

Under Ages Song(Punk ver.) LIVE

Released in 1998, this is their third single.

As the title “Song of Minors” suggests, the lyrics convey the possibilities and hopes of young people pursuing their dreams.

It resonates with the conflicts that arise as boys transition into adulthood and the feelings of a youth ready to take flight into society.

It’s a song that also reminds adults of how they felt when they were young.

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