Lyrics that hit home! PornoGraffitti’s warm and fleeting masterpieces and popular songs
Since their debut with “Apollo” in 1999, Porno Graffitti have continued to deliver a string of hit songs.
Beyond their catchy, easy-to-groove rhythms and melodies, their refined lyrics—which beautifully showcase the strengths of the Japanese language—are also captivating.
At their 20th anniversary live show, they even released Karu-Uta, a card game that lets you play with song lyrics.
We’ve carefully selected tracks that spotlight Porno Graffitti’s wonderful lyrics!
From popular hits to acclaimed deep cuts beloved by fans.
We hope you’ll find that one song that resonates with your many emotions—joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness.
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Lyrics that hit home! Porno Graffitti’s warm and fleeting masterpieces and popular songs (81–90)
Winding RoadPorunogurafiti
Their 21st single, serving as the first ending theme for the MBS/TBS anime Tenpō Ibun Ayakashi Ayashi.
A poignant heartbreak song that suits the chill of winter, tracing the path of a broken relationship and the inability to accept that there’s nothing left to do but part ways.
The harmonica in the intro and outro is played by vocalist Akihito himself, and its plaintive melody draws you deeply into the song.
If you were herePorunogurafiti
It’s their 23rd single and the theme song for the film “Naoko,” starring Juri Ueno, marking Porno Graffitti’s first movie theme.
It’s a gentle, sweet track that evokes the idea that love is blind.
The music video presents a shadow-puppet-style story, and this aesthetic is also used in the lyric booklet and the jacket; the lyric booklet in particular is enjoyable just to look through.
Pierce this heart, O lovePorunogurafiti
28th single.
This work was released on September 9, 2009—the day after their 10th debut anniversary (September 8)—branded as “September 9 is Porno Day,” and accordingly the catalog number and CD price were set to 999 yen.
In this PV, a woman leans against vocalist Akihito, which likely sparked jealousy among many female fans.
swallowtail butterflyPorunogurafiti
Following “Sayonara” as their 6th single, this signature song also became a million seller with a shaka-inspired base.
Many people have probably joined in the “la-la-la” singalong in the middle during live shows or at karaoke.
By weaving in fleeting themes—like a butterfly that lives only one summer and a traveler—over a Spanish-flavored rhythm and melody, the song gains extra depth.
It’s an upbeat tune that works both for a joyful singalong and for sinking into a bittersweet mood.
ApolloPorunogurafiti
Their major debut single released in 1999.
At the time of their debut, CD shops even mistakenly shelved the band under the name “Apollo,” so many people probably have a strong image of Porno Graffitti = Apollo.
The catchy rhythm paired with slightly biting lyrics makes it a karaoke staple.
Shadow PuppetPorunogurafiti
The 36th single is the theme song for NHK General TV’s Drama 10 “Tsurukame Maternity Clinic: From the Southern Island,” written to match the drama’s image.
It’s their first ballad in two years, a slow-tempo song that evokes gentle, warm feelings.
Lyrics that touch the heart! PornoGraffitti’s warm and fleeting masterpieces and popular songs (91–100)
JovairoPorunogurafiti
The 19th single is Porno Graffitti’s second double A-side, and it served as the theme song for the TBS drama “Konya Hitori no Beddo de.” With a prominent Latin flavor, its passionate yet sorrowful lyrics seem directed at every unrequited love.
Rich in theatrical terminology, the song has a somewhat dramatic feel; its title, “Jovairo,” is said to come from Spanish and carries the meaning “I dance.”