Ballad Masterpiece Selection Performed by Japanese Girls' Bands
Ballads performed by Japanese girl bands that stir listeners’ hearts with emotive vocals and a rich palette of sounds.
The strength and beauty that dwell within the quietude woven by each band’s unique color have long been cherished by many music fans.
Imbuing their lyrics with genuine, down-to-earth feelings and pouring their souls into every instrumental tone, their songs endure in memory as timeless classics that never fade.
In this article, we focus on these exquisite ballads by girl bands.
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Ballad Masterpiece Selection by Japanese Girl Bands (21–30)
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Released in 2011 as their 10th single, it was used as the theme song for the film “Tōfu Kozō” and featured across numerous media.
The song is dedicated to a friend who is moving far away, expressing clumsy, heartfelt emotions.
Its uplifting lyrics inspire a bright, positive feeling.
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It’s a heartwarming song that brings you to tears when you listen.
We turn whatever comes to mind in the moment into lyrics—more like confessions or cries—addressed directly to the audience.
Since the crowd can’t get up on stage, it’s a moving declaration of the band’s resolve to speak for every feeling the audience has.
Ballad Masterpiece Selection by Japanese Girl Bands (31–40)
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They debuted as a melodic punk band with English lyrics, but in recent years they’ve been pairing their razor-sharp, loud sound with Japanese lyrics that resonate with everyone.
This song explores the question of what “everyday happiness” really is.
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The track opens with an evocative synthesizer riff reminiscent of a scene from a movie, and its title could be interpreted as a spell for going somewhere far away.
The band sound gradually heats up, and the highlight comes around 2:29 with a sound that feels like warped space-time.
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The pervasive, loss-tinged chord progression and melody are perfect for drinking alone at home.
Even without following the lyrics, simply tracing the sounds and melody makes you feel sad, like a drifting log floating down a river.
The sound has incredible persuasive power.
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Sung from the perspective of a man who lacks confidence, this song declares, “I want to keep pursuing my dreams and stay true to myself.” I especially want people who moved to the city chasing their dreams to hear it.
Its chords have a mysterious resonance, and the gritty guitar sound, reminiscent of UK rock, is irresistibly addictive.
Look, you’re smiling.SHISHAMO
The protagonist, who had fallen into self-loathing and thought “my own worth isn’t much,” meets someone who recognizes their value and realizes their situation isn’t so bad after all.
It’s a beautiful ballad for those who are struggling, singing, “I want to keep smiling for that person” and “I want to keep striving.”