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Ikimono-gakari’s famous and popular songs

Let me introduce songs by Ikimono-gakari, a wildly popular three-member music group.

Their straight, crystal-clear vocals are incredibly appealing, and you hear their songs in all kinds of settings.

The origin of their group name comes from members Mizuno and Yamashita having been in charge of the class animal-care duty (“ikimono-gakari”) together in elementary school.

From high-energy tracks like “Joyful” to ballads like “Koi Suru Otome,” they have a wide range of songs—enjoy them to the fullest.

Ikimono-gakari’s classic and popular songs (91–100)

Joyfulikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari’s “joyful” is a pop tune with a catchy melody, highlighted by her lively performance and vocals.

It’s a sing-and-dance track perfect for energizing any crowd.

A karaoke favorite, it fills the room with happiness whenever it’s sung.

The love song won’t stopikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari: “Love Songs Won’t Stop” MV + Spot
The love song won’t stopikimonogakari

A song that gives you a gentle push when you want to confess your feelings—the tender, enveloping vocals softly nudge you forward and give you strength.

Ikimono-gakari are currently on hiatus, but I hope they’ll let us hear their refreshing sound again soon.

I humbly took the liberty of putting together my first album… (Album)ikimonogakari

The flowers are cherry blossoms, and you are beautiful — I humbly announce that I have put together my first album...
I humbly took the liberty of putting together my first album… (Album)ikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari has been on hiatus since 2017.

They are a three-piece band consisting of Yoshiki Mizuno (guitar), Kiyoe Yoshioka (vocals), and Hotaka Yamashita (guitar).

They proudly took first place in the “Favorite Bands Ranking 2012.” Their debut work was the album “Makoto ni Sen’etsu Nagara First Album wo Koshiraemashita…” released on an independent label in 2003.

The video features the track “Hana wa Sakura Kimi wa Utsukushi.” With a touch close to neo-acoustic, it’s a song that brings their youthful energy to the forefront.

Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari

Ikimonogakari “Kimagure Romantic” Music Video
Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari

It’s a pretty poppy, catchy, and heartwarming classic.

The rhythm and overall vibe make it the kind of song that instantly brightens your face.

When I need a boost of energy, I often listen to this track to power up before heading to work.

Highly recommended.

Summer Sky Graffitiikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari “Natsuzora Graffiti” Music Video
Summer Sky Graffitiikimonogakari

It’s a summer song by Ikimono-gakari, an artist whose gentle, acoustic band style feels good and stirs a sense of comfort.

With its smooth vibe, it’s the kind of track that makes you want to sing it at karaoke, and it’s especially approachable for women in their 30s.

let’s goikimonogakari

This is “Ikou” by Ikimono-gakari.

It was chosen as the theme song for JRA’s 2016 brand commercial, “Your Racing Begins.” The song was written specifically for the JRA commercial.

Tsurube Shofukutei, Eita, and Kasumi Arimura appeared in the ad.

It’s an upbeat, forward-looking track with a sense of speed.

GOLDEN GIRLikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari 'GOLDEN GIRL MV (Short ver.) + Spot Footage'
GOLDEN GIRLikimonogakari

It’s the theme song for the TBS Tuesday drama “Onna wa Sore o Yurusanai” (Women Won’t Forgive That).

This song was also written and composed by the vocalist, Ms.

Yoshioka.

The slightly rapid, densely packed vocal delivery is incredibly cute.

I think it’s a suitably gorgeous track for a “Golden Girl.”