Cute songs by girls’ bands [popular and classic tracks]

Wind dyed madderKANIKAPILA

KANIKAPILA “Akane-sasu Kaze” Music Video - Short Ver.-

KANIKAPILA is a seven-member rock band based in Kurume, Fukuoka Prefecture, formed in 2013.

All the members are childhood friends.

They made a major debut in 2014 as an active all-girl junior high school band, which attracted a lot of attention.

Unfortunately, in December 2017, they announced they would go on hiatus.

Absolute relationshipakai kouen

Akaiko-en – Absolute Relationship (MV Full Ver.) [Theme Song for Fuji TV Saturday Drama “Lost Days”]

This piece condenses the subtle distance and complexity of human relationships into just 100 seconds.

The edgy sound of Akai Ko-en blends beautifully with lyrics that portray a sincere desire to understand the other person.

Despite its brevity, the song’s structure leaves a powerful impression, and Yosaki Tsuno’s sharp insight shines throughout.

Released as a single in March 2014, it was chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Saturday drama “Lost Days,” which began airing in January of the same year, and it reached a personal best of No.

20 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

It’s a heartwarming song that stands by anyone struggling with relationships that don’t go as planned.

Milkywakusei gokko

Planet Pretend / Milky

A three-piece girls’ band mainly active in Hokkaido.

Their arrangements are simple, as you’d expect from a three-piece, yet they exude a uniquely mellow, airy, and slightly mysterious vibe.

Their official website has the same mellow, airy feel.

Gimme Chocolate!!BABYMETAL

BABYMETAL – Gimme Chocolate!! (OFFICIAL)

Not a band, but a three-woman metal dance unit that has been active since 2010 with the theme of blending idols and metal.

They broke into overseas markets before their major-label debut and have gained worldwide popularity.

A driving force of Kawaii JAPAN.

GO MY WAY!CREA

【CREA】「GO MY WAY!」Music Video full 【ROCK BAND】

A four-woman rock band based mainly in Tokyo.

Formed in 2011, they made their indie debut in 2012.

Rather than the so-called “girls band” sound, they’re a bona fide rock band with a robust, no-frills, straight-ahead sound.

iolitePORIN

Iolite TBS Tuesday Drama “The King’s Dedicated Ring Finger” Insert Song / Awesome City Club (MUSIC VIDEO)

With a refined musicality rooted in city pop and indie pop, PORIN continues to captivate the music scene.

She began her career in 2013 as the vocalist and keyboardist of Awesome City Club, making her major-label debut in 2015.

In 2021, the band won the Excellence Award at the Japan Record Awards, propelling their recognition to new heights.

Her unique world, woven from delicate lyrics and beautiful melodies, also shines through in her solo work.

Beyond music, she demonstrates her talent across diverse fields such as fashion and art, and her expressive power consistently resonates with music fans who have a creative sensibility.

MUSICpotari

Potari “MUSIC” MV (released January 17, 2018)

A four-piece girls’ band based mainly in Aichi Prefecture.

Counting from their previous incarnation, they boast an impressive 11-year activity span.

They’ve repeatedly placed in numerous music contests, steadily gaining recognition along with their skill.

The name “Potari” is pronounced with the accent on “Po.”