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Hip-hop is really blowing up, isn’t it?
Thanks to shows like the MC battle program “Freestyle Dungeon,” the hip-hop scene’s popularity has skyrocketed.
Since Creepy Nuts won at the Japan Record Awards, it’s become common to see works by young rappers climbing the music charts.
If you’ve been listening to those tracks and thought, “I want to try rapping too,” that’s probably how you ended up on this article.
In this piece, we’ll introduce songs that are relatively easy for rap beginners to perform, as well as tracks that can serve as good references for writing lyrics.
Be sure to read to the end and make hip-hop your own!
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[Lyrics] A collection of popular rap pieces beginners should try [Easy] (1–10)
As you areCentipede & Rhyme Man
Mr.
Inman, known for inventing the concept of gokan-fumi (a nuanced, sense-based approach to rhyming).
He and Hyakutari, who is renowned for overwhelming strength in freestyle, created “Kimi no Mama.” It’s a love song that portrays the feelings of unrequited love.
Inman’s technically intricate rhymes and Hyakutari’s emotional lyrics are sure to offer major hints for your own songwriting.
If you convert the lyrics into prose, you’ll likely discover a lot.
Also, thanks to its relaxed tempo, it’s a relatively easy song to sing.
Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterHilcrhyme
Hilcrhyme is a solo project by hip-hop MC TOC from Niigata Prefecture.
His song “Shunkashūtō” is a poignant track that beautifully depicts the changing seasons.
The emotionally rich lyrics—something only a Japanese artist could create—could serve as great inspiration for those writing Japanese rap.
Also, since this song centers on the melody of the chorus and doesn’t demand too much rapping, even people who don’t usually rap should be able to sing it with some practice!
Balloonchelmico
chelmico is a female rap duo formed by Rachel and Mamiko.
The song they perform is “Balloon,” which showcases the unique world they’ve created.
The lyrics are peppered with wordplay-like phrases, making it a great reference for anyone who wants to write distinctive verses.
The track is compact, running about three and a half minutes with no major rhythm changes.
Even if you struggle with memorizing rap, this length might make it easier to sing!
TOKYO 4AMchanmina
Rapper Chanmina, known by the nickname “Beyoncé of Nerima” and celebrated for her powerful, message-driven tracks, has been drawing major attention.
Her 13th digital-only single, “TOKYO 4AM,” also made waves with its music video featuring guest appearances by celebrities from various fields.
With rhymes that weave together Japanese and English and a catchy flow that makes you want to hum along, her style could be a great reference for beginner rappers aiming to craft contemporary lyrics.
Brimming with pop sensibility and an urban vibe that makes you want to sing along even if you’re not a rapper, it’s a modern hip-hop tune you can’t go wrong with.
Mercury feat. Onomatopoeia Ministertofubeats
Track maker tofubeats, who achieved early success with songs created from used CDs, used records, and a computer, has earned high acclaim.
His 12th single “Suisei” (Mercury), featuring guest vocalist Onomatopedaijin, has been covered by numerous artists since its 2011 release.
The superb word choices in the lyrics may offer new discoveries for beginners in rap.
It’s a recommended hip-hop track that’s helpful to sing along with for its phrasing, spacing of words, and laid-back delivery.
Tonight is Boogie BackOzawa Kenji feat. Suchadarapaa
Schadaraparr, who perform as a rap unit, and Kenji Ozawa, known as a pioneer of the Shibuya-kei scene.
Their collaborative track “Konya wa Boogie Back,” released across record label boundaries, is also known as the theme song for the legendary variety show “Tamori’s Super Vocabulary Heaven,” which launched many comedians who later became major stars.
Its catchy, memorable flow and phrases make it easy to sing at karaoke, and the high degree of freedom in word choice can serve as a useful reference for lyric writing.
It’s a standout 1990s Japanese hip-hop classic, featuring an excellent rap that complements Ozawa’s sweet vocals.
As Love IsBASI
Set to a mellow, chill hip-hop sound, this track lyrically portrays the warmth and love found in everyday life.
With keyboard arrangements by Saetsu, a member of BASI & THE BASIC BAND, and a feature by Okinawa-born rapper Tsubaki, it comes together as a warm, soulful piece.
Released as a 7-inch vinyl in October 2018 and later included on the album “Setsuai,” the song has become widely loved, with its music video surpassing 3 million views.
Expanding a musical world wrapped in kindness and affection, this is a track we especially recommend to anyone looking to try rapping.
Its gentle spirit and love for music add rich color to the piece, carrying a heartwarming message.