Halo at Yojohan’s iconic and popular songs
Let me introduce songs by Halo at Yojohan, a four-piece rock band that began activity in 2012 and has really come into its own over the past few years.
Their appeal lies, above all, in their straightforward style—what you could call ultra-orthodox, melody-driven guitar rock.
They’re one of the bands poised for even greater breakthroughs, so keep an eye on them!
Halo at Yojohan’s iconic and popular songs
fish tankHalo at yojōhan
This is a song with an acoustic vibe.
The wistful sound of the acoustic guitar and the sweet vocals are sure to capture everyone’s heart.
Partway through, other instruments join in, and it builds into a wonderfully uplifting track.
Reverse DayHalo at yojōhan
Starting with a beautiful intro where two guitars intertwine, this song is one of the most popular in Halo’s catalog.
Each word of the lyrics is delivered with care, resonating deeply.
The all-in that kicks in around 1:30 is truly cool.
A signature track of Halo at Yojohan.
SharonHalo at yojōhan
If you ask longtime fans, many will undoubtedly say they love this song.
It’s a classic that’s cherished to that extent.
With an edgy indie sound and a melody line that holds up in the mainstream, this is the track that helped make Halo what it is today.
Before spring endsHalo at yojōhan
From the intense intro to the beautifully executed first vocal entry, this track shines.
Built on an 8-beat foundation, with the lead guitar’s gritty sparkle, sharp word choices, dramatic development, and a gorgeous vocal melody—it’s the perfect song to get to know Halo at Yojohan.
MorseHalo at yojōhan
This song, the lead track included on the EP “The Law of Universal Signals,” puts an even stronger emphasis on the lyrics, and the sound is on par with major bands.
There are parts you can sing along to, so it’s sure to spark a massive chorus at live shows—be sure to learn it!
snowdomeHalo at yojōhan
A Halo at Yojohan song that delicately portrays winter scenery and romantic feelings.
In a snow-covered town, the way the couple’s memories layer over one another is beautifully expressed.
Through the metaphor of falling in love inside a snow globe, it conveys the ache of bottled-up emotions and the longing to express them.
Released as a digital-only single in January 2021, the track—produced by Takahito Uchisawa of androp—is the band’s first winter love song.
It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to on a winter night with someone special.
Living Dead SwimmerHalo at yojōhan
The song that plays as the doodling-time BGM on the purikura machine “Midnight Deadline” (0:00 Time Limit) is “Living Dead Swimmer” by Halo at Yojohan.
Unfortunately, the band is currently on hiatus, but they enjoyed strong popularity—especially among younger listeners—under the nickname “Haro.” This track portrays dreams you can’t give up and the frustration of setbacks; it’s a song that anyone living through their youth can relate to more and more with each listen.
If you happened to discover it while taking purikura and were drawn in by its beautiful melody, go back and listen again with the lyrics in mind!
