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

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GLAY / A Riot of a Hundred Flowers (short ver.)

A song that served as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s “Yoso de Iwanto Itei: A Secret Restaurant Where You Can Hear Stories Only Here.” In the recording, Atsushi Matsushita of ZAZEN BOYS played the drums, delivering a thick, powerful beat.

The lyrics feature satire of modern society, reaffirming the band’s status as a cutting-edge rock act.

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ALL STANDARD IS YOU

A song inserted as the final track on the album “UNITY ROOTS FAMILY, AWAY.” It portrays seeing a loved one as the last salvation in this world, sincerely wishing for her happiness, longing for her smile and being intoxicated by it, and single-mindedly thinking of her and praying.

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GLAY / ROCK’N’ROLL SWINDLE

A track included on the 33rd single “G4.” As the title suggests, it’s the quintessential rock tune.

The hard riff that makes extensive use of guitar harmonics is particularly striking.

It also lent its name to the February 2006 Nippon Budokan concert and is one of the standout songs representing GLAY in recent years.

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GLAY / everKrack

A work by GLAY, the four-piece rock band that has set numerous milestones—such as CD sales and concert attendance—and continues to lead the J-POP scene at the forefront.

It’s the opening track of their 43rd single, “G4・II -THE RED MOON-,” and it drew attention for being an A-side single composed by a member other than TAKURO, who had been the main composer since their debut.

With effects-laden, noisy backing and a brief yet impactful fast solo, the track showcases a depth to GLAY as a band that isn’t typically associated with a technical image.

It’s a number that differs from their pop and melodious songs, and one that really fires up the crowd live.

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GLAY / Someday

The poignant rock number GLAY released in February 2003 portrays earnest feelings toward a lost love and memories of the past.

It marked a return to a rock sound and was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Detective Ichiro.” The phrase “Surely someday, somewhere down the road, I’ll meet you again” leaves a strong impression.

While recalling happier times, the lyrics also convey a sense of the coldness and loneliness of reality.

Because it depicts lonely nights anyone can relate to and the determination to get through tough periods, it’s sure to resonate with those who have experienced heartbreak or parting.

It’s a quintessential GLAY track, captivating with its deep emotional expression and powerful melody.

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Live for Someone / GLAY (Karaoke)

GLAY, who deliver love songs in a rock style, are already a popular band even among middle school students, aren’t they? Their music is easy to listen to, and the build-up toward the chorus creates a really nice vibe.

The straightforwardly sung love-song lyrics aren’t cheesy, which is great, too.

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GLAY / Midsummer’s Door

With a propulsive sound that captures youthful impatience and hope for the future, it really makes you feel the arrival of summer.

This track is GLAY’s second single, released in June 1994, and many will remember it as the opening theme for the anime Yamato Takeru.

Later included on the classic album SPEED POP, it’s a song packed with their early raw energy.

The dry guitar tones and TERU’s soaring vocals deliver a refreshing sensation, like racing under an endless blue sky.

Put it on as summer driving music, and those bittersweet memories from back then are sure to come rushing back.