JUDY AND MARY’s famous and popular songs
Let me introduce some songs by JUDY AND MARY (often affectionately called “Judy Mari”), a rock band beloved by many.
Speaking of Judy Mari, they’re also well known for having YUKI—who has a successful solo career—as their vocalist.
Formed in 1991, they were one of the most popular bands representing the ’90s, but sadly disbanded in 2001.
One of Judy Mari’s biggest charms is, of course, YUKI’s voice—you can tell it’s her after just a few notes.
Her uniquely distinctive vocals are incredibly captivating.
As for the origin of the band’s name, it’s said to represent two girls: “Judy,” who is cheerful and positive, and “Mary,” who is a bit twisted and negative.
The duality fits YUKI, which is why the name was chosen.
Knowing this background might help you appreciate Judy Mari’s music on a deeper level.
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JUDY AND MARY’s Classic and Popular Songs (21–30)
Oh! Can Not AngelJUDY AND MARY
It’s included on the third album, “MIRACLE DIVING.” The title is read as “Okyan-na Angel.” It’s a pop, slightly bittersweet love song that portrays a girl who gives her all even though she knows her love won’t come true.
PEACEJUDY AND MARY
JUDY AND MARY’s final single.
It was released the day after the band broke up.
The music video includes valuable footage such as band interviews and recording scenes.
Toward the end, there’s a moment where YUKI is crying, and it almost makes you cry along with her.
Even now, watching it brings back memories of the time they disbanded—it’s a bittersweet work.
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Judy and Mary’s signature song, which earned the band their first-ever No.
1 on the Oricon charts.
It was also used as the first opening theme for the popular anime Rurouni Kenshin, leading to an explosive hit and selling over a million copies.
Even now, it’s a staple that’s often sung at karaoke.
Lucky PoolJUDY AND MARY
Their 21st single overall.
It’s a late-period JUDY AND MARY song.
Perhaps because it was used as a TV drama theme, the chorus is straightforward and catchy, but the song is actually quite complex with frequent key changes—another hallmark that makes it distinctly JUDY AND MARY.
Lovely babyJUDY AND MARY
12th single.
It peaked at No.
12 on the Oricon chart.
The lyrics are quintessentially YUKI, brilliantly portraying a bold, headstrong, and selfish yet slightly timid girl—they’re the best.
On TV, YUKI sang while holding a crocodile-shaped guitar.
PlatinumJUDY AND MARY
Included on the 3rd album “MIRACLE DIVING.” It’s a quietly star-studded track featuring Hiroto Kōmoto and Masatoshi Mashima, formerly of THE BLUE HEARTS, on backing vocals.
It’s said that vocalist YUKI and bassist Yoshihito Onda were huge fans of the two.
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It’s the kind of song that makes you want to say, “No explanation needed, right?”—a true classic among JUDY AND MARY’s greatest hits.
Ever since it was used as the first opening theme for the anime Rurouni Kenshin, it’s continued to be featured in all sorts of places, becoming a long-running mega-hit.
It’s been covered many times, so even people who didn’t experience Judy and Mary in real time probably know the song.
It’s a relentlessly upbeat rock tune that lifts your spirits the moment you hear it.
