A classic song covered by major artists: cover versions of Spitz’s “Kaede.”
“Kaede,” a ballad by Spitz, is extremely popular.
With its heartrending lyrics, this song is incredibly captivating and has been covered by numerous artists.
You can probably think of a few artists who’ve covered it yourself, right? In this article, we’ll introduce many such covers—starting with the much-discussed versions and those included on Spitz’s compilation albums.
There are covers by a wide range of artists and vocalists, each transforming “Kaede” with their own unique color.
Give them a listen and see which one you like best!
Playlist
| A classic song covered by major artists: cover versions of Spitz’s “Kaede.” | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | MapleShibuya Ryuta | play_arrow | Kaede (Shibutani Ryota version) from the movie’s soundtrack |
| 2 | MapleTomei | play_arrow | Known for TOMEI’s clear, transparent vocals in the in-film song from the movie Kaede. |
| 3 | MapleCrystal Kay | play_arrow | An electro cover track by Crystal Kay centered on synthesizers |
| 4 | Maplehoshino disuko (papā) | play_arrow | Hoshino Disco’s translucent-feeling cover |
| 5 | MapleNatsuiro Matsuri & Rikka | play_arrow | Duet singing by hololive talents |
| 6 | MapleBENI | play_arrow | A mature ballad reimagined with English lyrics by BENI |
| 7 | MapleNakamura Emi | play_arrow | NakamuraEmi covers a classic song by Spitz |
| 8 | MapleGoto Maki | play_arrow | Maki Goto covers Spitz |
| 9 | MapleTakebuchi Kei × Kanda Rioka | play_arrow | A collaborative version where two people sang a classic hit by Spitz at a remote, secluded train station |
| 10 | MapleNoda Megumi | play_arrow | Introduction to Spitz cover songs by Emi Noda |
| 11 | Maplesukotto māfī | play_arrow | A powerful work featuring a punkish arrangement of a classic |
| 12 | MapleMatsutōya Yumi | play_arrow | Yumi Matsutoya covers a song by Spitz. |
| 13 | MapleKamisiraishi Moka | play_arrow | A heartwarming commercial video featuring the singing voice of Moka Kamishiraishi |
| 14 | MapleAsakura Saya | play_arrow | Folk-flavored singer-songwriter Saya Asakura |
| 15 | MapleSuperfly x Hata Motohiro | Kaede: A warm collaboration between Superfly and Motohiro Hata | |
| 16 | MapleYo1ko2 featuring Uru | play_arrow | A moving collaboration by Uru × Yo1ko2 |
| 17 | Maplekurisu haato | play_arrow | The soothing “Kaede” sung by Chris Hart |
| 18 | MapleThe Winking Owl | play_arrow | An acoustic edition of a four-woman vocal band |
| 19 | MapleSekitori Hana | play_arrow | Sekitori Hana’s powerful, soaring singing voice |
| 20 | MapleMiho Ishikawa | play_arrow | Miho Ishikawa’s clear, translucent singing voice is captivating. |
| 21 | MapleYūri × Sekitori Hana | play_arrow | Yuri and Hanazawa Sekitori collaborate on Spitz’s classic song |
| 22 | MapleUeda Momoka | play_arrow | Monoka Ueda covers a Spitz song |
| 23 | MapleNinomiya Ai | play_arrow | Ai Ninomiya performs an acoustic cover of a classic song by Spitz |
| 24 | MapleHana*Hana | play_arrow | Spitz cover songs by Hana*Hana |
| 25 | MapleHaruma | play_arrow | Singing a classic song with a smoky, mature vocal style |
| 26 | MapleKaraoke 100-ten ojisan | play_arrow | The karaoke old man with singing skills that surpass the original |
| 27 | Maplenasuo☆ | play_arrow | A straightforward expression of Nasu-o’s song with a husky voice |
| 28 | MapleYuki Kuroki & Hitomi Sano | play_arrow | “Kaede” cover by Yuki Kuroki and Hitomi Sano |
| 29 | MapleHikigatari no Tama | play_arrow | Spitz “Kaede” male and female versions |
| 30 | MapleBEBE | play_arrow | The Appeal of “Kaede” by Female Vocalist BEBE |
| 31 | MapleKazusa | play_arrow | Kazusa made Kaede hers and sang |
| 32 | MapleTakarabe Ryoji, Asagii-n-yo & Nakamura Korosuke | play_arrow | Ryoji Takarabe and others give a fine performance of “Kaede” with a simple arrangement |

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