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Must-listen masterpieces by Official HIGE DANDism

Official HIGE DANDism’s music, which took flight from Shimane to the whole country, feels as if it gently peers into the depths of our hearts.

In songs like “Pretender” and “No Doubt,” woven by Satoshi Fujihara’s clear vocals and moving lyrics, you can see reflections of the bittersweet love and life’s uncertainties that everyone experiences.

Their exquisite fusion of piano-centered J-pop and rock resonates closely with listeners.

Now, enjoy their tracks as they thrive at the forefront of Japan’s music scene.

Must-listen masterpieces by Official HIGE DANDism (81–90)

Sunday Love LetterOfisharu Higedan Dism

The classic “Sunday Love Letter,” included on the 2016 album MAN IN THE MIRROR.

Among Official HIGE DANDism’s works, this piece is one of the easiest to sing.

Although the range is somewhat wide, the overall structure is simple, and above all it uses a 4/4 time signature—the rhythm most intuitive for Japanese listeners.

The vocal line also employs the pentatonic scale, which is most common in Japanese songs, so you’ll rarely struggle with the opening or with pitching.

If you want it to sound even better, try raising or lowering the key based on the high notes toward the end.

green rain coverOfisharu Higedan Dism

“Green Rain Shelter,” included on their third album overall, Editorial.

The ensemble—acoustic guitar layered over nostalgic tones like violin and accordion—feels so pleasant.

The vocals are kept restrained throughout without belting, and the melody is relaxed, so it should be easy to sing at karaoke.

If you want to try singing a Hige Dandism song at karaoke but feel it might be difficult, this is the track I recommend starting with.

possibilityOfisharu Higedan Dism

Possibility (prod. Masayoshi Iimori)
possibilityOfisharu Higedan Dism

Kanōsei (Possibility), included on the full-length album Escaparade—their first overall—reaffirms HIGE DAN’s free yet sophisticated musicality with its catchy ensemble and emotional ad-libs.

The sections with lyrics have lower pitch and simple melodies, but the ad-lib parts are both wide in range and complex, so to sing them like the original you’ll need to practice after thoroughly memorizing the melody.

Once you get used to singing it, you can slip into your own world and sing it comfortably—so why not give it a try?

yellow carOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism’s classic “Yellow Car” features a strikingly bluesy feel that evokes early Heisei-era Japanese rock.

The most singable aspect of this song is, above all, how easy it is to arrange.

As it moves into the latter half, phrases using scat-like ad-libs appear; since there aren’t actual lyrics there, those who can’t hit Fujiwara Satoshi’s high notes might enjoy arranging it freely in their mid-range.

Unlike their other works, the vocal line here has plenty of breathing room, so in terms of breath control, this one is relatively easy among their songs.

TravelersOfisharu Higedan Dism

Known by the nickname “Higedan,” Official HIGE DANDism is a four-piece piano pop band that has churned out hit after hit with their impactful melodies and songs.

This track, included on their first album “Traveler,” is under two minutes long, yet it’s packed with the band’s charm and musical depth.

With its melodic rises and falls and irregular rhythms, it’s not an easy song, but if you can nail it despite its brevity, you’re sure to earn respect.

It’s also an easy pick as a warm-up before singing other Higedan songs, making it a recommended choice even for those who aren’t confident at karaoke.

Unfinished as it isOfisharu Higedan Dism

“Unfinished As It Is,” included on the first EP “What’s Going On?”—which also drew attention for its collaboration with the anime series Secret Society Eagle Talon—opens with a wistful piano and flows into a refreshing, catchy chorus; the arrangement feels really pleasant, doesn’t it? Although there are many challenging parts, such as the verse melody that gradually rises in pitch and a chorus that stays in the higher range, the melody itself is relaxed and simple, so as long as you set it to a singable key, you can enjoy singing it comfortably at karaoke.

It’s a number whose uplifting message will raise your spirits—one you’ll want to savor line by line as you sing.

Official HIGE DANDism’s must-listen masterpieces (91–100)

A morning hastened by snow arrives.Ofisharu Higedan Dism

“Yuki Isogu Asa ga Kuru,” included on the band’s first nationally distributed release, the 1st mini-album “Love and Peace Are Inside You.” Its old-school rock sound and catchy chord progression really stand out.

While the melody is simple overall, the chorus sits on higher notes, so if it doesn’t fit your vocal range, adjust the key on the karaoke machine.

With its brisk, driving beat, it’s fun to sing and great for energizing the crowd—a recommended hidden gem.