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[The Legend of Heisei and Makuhari] GLAY’s Best Collection of Popular Songs and Hidden Gems

Across Japan, especially throughout the 1990s and 2000s, the nation was swept up in GLAY fever.

At their outdoor concert held at Makuhari Messe in 1999, they set an unprecedented record by drawing 200,000 attendees, etching their name forever as a nationally beloved rock band.

Even as time has passed since then, many people find that whenever songs like “BELOVED,” “Yuuwaku,” and “HOWEVER” play, memories of their youth come flooding back.

In this article, we revisit GLAY’s iconic tracks that blazed through the Heisei era and explore their timeless appeal.

[Heisei and Makuhari Legends] GLAY’s Best Collection of Popular Songs and Hidden Gems (31–40)

Bilibili Crush MenGLAY

Biri-Biri Crash Men / GLAY (Karaoke) Clear ver.
Bilibili Crush MenGLAY

This song was also composed by JIRO.

It has that quirky pop feel characteristic of JIRO’s tracks and is a staple favorite at GLAY’s live shows.

There’s a part in the chorus where they sing “motto motto” (“more, more”), which really gets the crowd going at concerts.

It’s included on the album pure soul.

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VERBGLAY

Their 38th single.

This song became the opening theme for ‘ONGAKU SENSHI MUSIC FIGHTER’ and is a quintessential GLAY-style rock number.

From the intro, the guitar riff and harmonics showcase HISASHI’s signature flair.

It’s a track brimming with a sense of speed.

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NatsuneGLAY

When you think of GLAY, you often picture winter ballads, but this song is a summer ballad that dispels that image.

Unusually, the music video is animated, and its unfolding story draws you in.

The grand string arrangement enhances the song’s appeal.

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ikigai (a reason for living; the thing that gives one’s life meaning and purpose)GLAY

This one is also included on HEAVY GAUGE.

It was later featured on the best-of album DRIVE.

The song opens with a slow, emotional guitar and then unfolds with a bright melody and rhythm—an intro that leaves a strong impression.

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ANSWERGLAY feat. KYOSUKE HIMURO

ANSWER / GLAY feat.KYOSUKE HIMURO cover
ANSWERGLAY feat. KYOSUKE HIMURO

A collaboration song with Kyosuke Himuro, whom TERU deeply admires.

TERU holds immense respect for Himuro, and it’s clear he’s been greatly influenced by his live performances and singing style.

A collaboration with the man himself—there’s no way it isn’t a masterpiece.

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[The Legends of Heisei and Makuhari] Best Collection of GLAY’s Popular Songs and Hidden Gems (41–50)

Bewilderment / SPECIAL THANKSGLAY

GLAY, which had rapidly risen to become one of Japan’s leading rock bands, maintained steady popularity in 2000.

This song ranked 13th on the annual singles chart, sold over one million copies, and has become one of their signature tracks.

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GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONGLAY

This song, the 22nd single, is a rock tune crafted with live performances firmly in mind, and the opening “ONE LOVE” of the chorus also became the title of the next original album.

The mysterious phrases that come in from the second verse and the guitar solo work well as a spice, adding depth to the track.

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