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[J-POP] It's like free sheet music! Easy songs you can play on the piano while watching the video
“I want to try playing that J-POP song on the piano, but buying sheet music feels like a waste…” If you’re on the fence about purchasing sheet music, this is a must-read!
In this article, we introduce recommended videos that include sheet music, so you can easily play your favorite songs on the piano just by copying along.
Due to copyright, J-POP sheet music is basically all paid.
However, if the video includes the sheet music and is free, the sheet music is effectively free too!
Some videos even highlight the notation and keys in sync with the sound, making it easier for beginners to follow both the score and the keyboard with their eyes.
We’ve gathered beginner-friendly, easy arrangements—give them a try!
[J-POP] Practically Free Sheet Music!? Easy Songs You Can Play on the Piano While Watching the Video (1–10)
About meMrs. GREEN APPLE
Boku no Koto by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE was featured as the cheer song for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament and as the theme of a CalorieMate commercial portraying support for students taking entrance exams.
The lyrics, said to be written under the theme of a “hymn to life,” depict the beauty of pursuing your dreams in your own way.
Another charm of the song is its grand sound, which elevates the moving lyrics.
While piano performances can tend to sound restrained, it’s best to incorporate plenty of dynamics to achieve a large, expansive performance.
cherrysupittsu
Cherry, Spitz’s massive hit that became a million seller with over 1.61 million copies sold.
It’s a classic of the Heisei era, with cover versions released by many artists including Masaharu Fukuyama, Sho Kiryuin, and Misato Watanabe.
The simple, quintessential Spitz melody and sound pair perfectly with the tone of the piano! Even with an arrangement featuring only left-hand bass notes and a right-hand single melody line, you can fully savor the feel of the original.
If you practice while humming along, it becomes easier to catch the subtle movements of the melody!
mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism
“Mixed Nuts,” written as the opening theme for Cour 1 of the TV anime SPY×FAMILY Season 1.
This special collaboration came to life because the members of Official HIGE DANDism were originally fans of the manga.
A hallmark of Official HIGE DANDism’s music is its frequent and complex key changes! The unpredictable chord progressions make it far from easy to play on the piano, but if you arrange it using only the bass line and melody, it should be relatively approachable.
Start by tackling a simple score first!
horizonback number
Back Number’s “Suiheisen” became a huge hit, especially among young people, thanks to its use in short videos on social media.
It’s a refreshing cheer song written for high school students who were aiming to compete in the 2020 Inter-High School Championships, which were canceled due to the spread of the coronavirus.
Since the melody’s range isn’t very wide, it’s a piece that’s relatively easy to play on the piano.
Because there are many repeated rhythms and notes, be sure to keep a steady tempo and play with accurate rhythm so it doesn’t fall apart.
MiracleGReeeeN
Kiseki, which was used as the theme song for the drama ROOKIES—starring Ryuta Sato and a major hit centered on high school baseball—has lyrics and vocals that strike straight at the heart, capturing many listeners and now standing as a staple cheer song.
In the original, dotted eighth notes and sixteenth-note rhythms are frequently used, but when playing it on piano, it’s recommended to first simplify them into two eighth notes to make it easier to follow the notes.
Once you can read the score and are comfortable with both hands, gradually shift closer to the song’s original rhythm to bring out the right feel.
Biri MillionYuuri
Birimirion by singer-songwriter Yuuri carries the message, “I want you to live a life without regrets.” Through a dialogue between an old man and “you,” the lyrics teach us that there are many things in life more important than money, and how crucial it is to keep protecting them without being swayed by immediate profit.
Although the rhythm is intricate throughout, the melody features many repeated notes and stepwise motion, so there should be minimal hand position changes and it should be easier to play.
If keeping the rhythm with your left hand is difficult, try practicing by playing only the bass notes or adding chords only on the downbeats of each measure.
threadNakajima Miyuki
“Ito” by Miyuki Nakajima is a beloved staple for moving moments like weddings.
Its touching lyrics liken fated encounters to threads, sung over a simple yet deeply stirring melody.
Because the song is relaxed, with no sudden rhythmic or harmonic shifts, beginners should find it approachable to play on the piano with a straightforward arrangement.
Featured in numerous dramas, films, and commercials, and covered by many artists, this classic is perfect to try on the piano—won’t you give it a go?