Ken Yokoyama’s greatest and most popular songs
Ken Yokoyama, who made his mark as the guitarist of Hi-STANDARD, the legendary three-piece band that built Japan’s melodic hardcore scene.
To showcase the coolness of rock bands and the guitar, he has actively appeared in media where such exposure was once rare, and continues to deliver fiery performances at festivals and live houses across the country.
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Ken Yokoyama’s Masterpieces and Popular Songs (31–40)
I Won’t Turn Off My RadioKen Yokoyama

Ken Yokoyama, the guitarist of Hi-STANDARD, who established the melodic hardcore (melocore) genre in Japan and has continued to lead the scene ever since.
With this song, he made his first appearance on Music Station.
The song itself has a simple structure, yet it’s filled with his deep sense of nostalgia.
Be sure to check out the lyrics too, which personify and explore the question of “How much meaning does it still have?” by overlapping himself with the very existence of radio.
Funny ThingsKen Yokoyama

This is a track included on the 1st album, “The Cost Of My Freedom.” It’s short, and the lyrics are simple.
Although the lyrics are in English, they’re very uplifting, and the song has a driving feel that makes it really pleasant to listen to.


