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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.

Ballad Masterpiece Selection by Japanese Girl Bands (41–50)

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A guitar pop band track sprinkled with ska-punk flavor.

People who loved this vibe in their 30s to around their 40s will find it nostalgic.

If you were into bands like SNAIL RAMP or Missile Girl Scoot, this will be irresistible.

Selection of Classic Ballads by Japanese Girl Bands (51–60)

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They’re a band best known for the impactful hit song “Sunny Day Sunday.” In contrast to that, this track has a monochrome feel, just like in its music video.

It’s a very cute song, even featuring duck quacks, yet when performed in a darker style, it sounds so sorrowful—it’s a strangely enchanting piece.

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Chatmonchy “Orange” Music Video
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This is Chatmonchy’s sixth single, released in 2007.

It was used as an ending theme for the anime BLEACH, and the song itself was reportedly written by vocalist Eriko Hashimoto when she was in high school.

It’s a gentle ballad that sings of struggling with the things you begin to see as you grow up, and the wish to go back to those days.

While facing your troubles is important, it’s also okay to cherish your own feelings now and then—this is a song I hope you’ll listen to at such times.

Top of The WorldShonen Naifu

This is a famous Carpenters song covered with a moderately relaxed band sound.

This kind of pleasantly lo-fi sound never tires the ears, no matter how many times you listen.

If you’re worn out by the hi-fi sound of today’s rock bands, I highly recommend giving this a listen.

In conclusion

Doesn’t the world of ballads woven by girls’ bands embody the boundless possibilities of music itself? The emotions poured into their vocals are sure to resonate deep in the heart.

It makes you want to delve in further to discover what kind of ballad you’ll encounter next!