Masterpieces and popular songs by Dragon Ash
Dragon Ash is centered around vocalist Kj (Kenji Furuya) and consists of highly skilled musicians and dancers.
Formed in 1996, they are a mixture rock band that began their activities that year.
At the time, the concept of “mixture,” which crosses over different genres in the Japanese music scene, wasn’t as widespread as it is now.
In Japan, the pioneers of that field were Dragon Ash.
Staying true to their image, they’ve continued to evolve as a rock band ever since their debut.
This time, we’ll be taking a closer look at them!
We researched their past hits and classic tracks and handpicked a selection.
There are plenty to explore, so take your time and enjoy!
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Masterpieces and Popular Songs by Dragon Ash (21–30)
Fly Over feat. T$UYO$HIDragon Ash
Released in 2019, this track was chosen as the theme song for RED BULL AIR RACE CHIBA 2019.
Featuring support member and bassist T$UYO$HI, it’s a high-energy, fast-paced rock tune.
The music video is composed of live footage from events such as WIND BUNCH FEST.
2019 and ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2019.
Stairs of quiet daysDragon Ash
Included on their ninth single, Lily’s e.p., released in 2000.
It also drew attention as the theme song for the film Battle Royale, which was causing a social phenomenon at the time.
The song is a message about the importance of ordinary life, with the sentiment: “Let’s live our quiet days steadily.” The gentle melody playing over the ending of a film centered on students killing each other was, in a sense, shocking.
The footage is from a TV appearance, with Shinji Takeda guesting as the saxophonist.
The harmony with Kj’s acoustic guitar really touches the heart.
Connected SunsetDragon Ash
Released in December 2008, this is their 20th single.
The music video is striking for its beautiful sunset.
The lyrics encourage you to reexamine your connections with the people around you.
It’s a gentle medium-tempo tune that fans say is a modern version of “Hi wa Mata Nobori Kurikaesu.” Just like in the MV, it’s a song you’ll want to relax with in a room at dusk—quiet yet deeply moving.
IvoryDragon Ash
The guitar playing is amazing! It’s incredible! If you watch the music video, you’ll really see what I mean—it’s shocking how freely a person’s hands can move like that.
It made me strongly feel that Dragon Ash is a group of talented geniuses.
Grateful DaysDragon Ash
This hit was their 5th single, released in May 1999, and it sold 900,000 copies.
Zeebra and ACO appear as guest vocalists.
The “Born in Tokyo” line in the song is so widely recognized that even people outside the generation know it.
You could say it helped establish hip-hop culture in the Japanese music scene.
However, Dragon Ash don’t perform songs featuring other artists unless those artists are present, so this track has reportedly only been performed live once! Will we ever get to hear it again someday?
Evening Calm UNIONDragon Ash
A track with a breezy rhythm and comfortable rap.
Around this time, Dragon Ash was exploring the creation of a new form.
It took a shape quite different from their previous songs, marking a new evolution.
The Dragon Ash after Yuunagi UNION could be called a reborn Dragon Ash.
Let yourself go，Let myself goDragon Ash
This is a landmark single released in March 1999 that became the turning point in establishing Dragon Ash’s signature style.
With DJ BOTS officially joining, the arrangement—fusing a heavy band sound with razor-sharp scratching—was truly revolutionary.
The lyrics carry a powerful message: shake off the stagnation and fear of the present, unleash yourself, and step boldly into the future.
It was even used as an insert song in a 2022 drama.
A track that continues to push listeners forward across generations.