KAN's supreme pop music, ballads, and hidden gems
Singer-songwriter KAN, known for his signature song “Ai wa Katsu” (“Love Will Win”).
He is passionately supported by artists and public figures such as aiko and Mr.
Children’s Kazutoshi Sakurai, and his gentle voice and deeply resonant lyrics have encouraged countless listeners.
This article introduces some of KAN’s wonderful songs.
While KAN is strongly associated with “great songs,” he actually has many tracks that are comical, playful, and fun.
Above all, his music brings peace to the heart.
He passed away in November 2023, but KAN’s beautiful music will live on in our hearts.
May the greatest pop music live forever!
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KAN’s supreme pop music, ballads, and hidden gems (11–20)
ordinary daysKAN
“ordinary days” is a song distinguished by its soothing melody and warm lyrics.
Along with KAN’s gentle vocals, it carries a message that helps us notice the small joys in everyday life.
It tenderly reminds us of the important things we tend to forget amid our busy days.
While KAN also creates comical and playful songs, this track lets you fully savor his pop sensibility and strengths.
Each time you listen to “ordinary days,” your heart will likely be wrapped in a calm sense of peace.
It’s no wonder KAN’s music will continue to be loved by many—songs this moving are the reason why.
proposal (marriage proposal)KAN
A single released in 1991, cut from the album “I Want to Soak Slowly in the Bath.” Set to a gentle melody that carries a touch of twilight, the feelings for a loved one quietly sink in.
It’s a proposal that brings to mind those simple, classic lines—but what’s charming about KAN’s song is that it doesn’t feel like a “proposal song” at all.
It feels like a natural extension of everyday life.
The word “Come” makes my heart skip a beat.
A heartwarming love ballad that makes you feel the happiness of leaning together on a bench.
1989(A Ballade Of Bobby & Olivia)KAN
A grand number included on the 1990 album “Yakyu Senshu ga Yume Datta,” just like “Ai wa Katsu.” You’re drawn in by the progression from a gentle opening to an up-tempo groove, and by the long, memorable story that portrays the separate paths of two people who parted ways.
KAN’s careful singing and performance are moving and really sink in… It’s like the waves of life.
I’m sure a song like this resonates more and more as we grow older.
It’s a track I want to keep listening to for years to come.
REGIKOSTAR ~The Thrill of Rejiko Star~KAN
A technopop track overflowing with KAN’s unique humor! It’s included on the 2010 album “Kanchigai mo Hana Hadashii Watashi no Jinsei” (“My Life, Utterly and Completely Mistaken”).
Didn’t it remind you of Perfume? No wonder—KAN, a fan of Yasutaka Nakata and Perfume, said he made the song himself because he couldn’t join Perfume (lol).
The witty, rhyming lyrics comically depict a likely everyday scenario: falling in love with a cashier.
This approachable charm is classic KAN, and you’ll definitely find yourself humming along.
Astonishing level of polish…!
I can’t stand round butts.KAN
A pop tune whose addictive charm comes from the mismatch between its super poppy, cute melody and its lyrics overflowing with desire.
It was released in 1993 as the lead single from the album “TOKYOMAN.” It’s packed with all sorts of fetishes—perhaps KAN’s personal tastes…? (laughs).
Despite being a striking, impact-heavy “butt song,” KAN’s music goes down easily and is surprisingly listenable.
Taken all together, that vibe of “I love you after all” might make it a track you’ll want to play after a fight.
Stardust HomecomingKAN
The artist name “KAN” is actually a variation of his real given name, 和, which is read “Kan.” That kanji was chosen by KAN’s father, but KAN never had the chance to ask him about its true meaning before he passed away.
When you think of KAN, you probably think of “Ai wa Katsu” (“Love Will Win”), but this song, “Hoshikuzu no Kaerimichi” (“The Starlit Way Home”), is a life-affirming anthem that rivals it.
His gentle voice, telling you to “keep your head up and smile,” feels as if KAN were right there in front of you.
It’s a highly recommended track to listen to whenever you’re feeling down.
KAN's Finest Pop Music, Ballads, and Hidden Gems (21–30)
To say goodbye to all sorrowKAN
From the title alone, you can tell it’s a love song bursting with KAN’s signature style.
Some women might be moved to tears just by seeing the title.
Since this video is arranged as a personal wedding photo movie, you can really see how well this song fits a wedding.