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My friend—now and forever…Ketsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “My Friend ~ From Here On Forever…”

As the title suggests, the theme is “unchanging friendship and gratitude,” and it’s a warm song that makes you want to share it with someone you love.

There are many comments on YouTube addressed to Ryuhei Ueshima, and just reading them made my heart swell.

This is actually a memorable song for me, too.

When I had just become a vocal coach, I had a student in their 50s who practiced this song all the time.

They said, “It’s easy to get into, it’s fun, and it’s just a great song!” I totally agree—once you nail the rhythm and the flow of the words, you don’t need to worry too much about pitch.

That said, the section right before the second chorus does have some larger intervals, so it’s cooler if you pick out those notes one by one for a tighter finish.

I love this song too—want to practice it together?

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Released on June 11, 2014, this is the 27th single in total, including both indie and major releases.

It peaked at number 10 on the Oricon weekly chart and appeared on the chart 7 times.

It’s a hip-hop summer tune with a Latin sound—bright, upbeat, and irresistibly lively with a Latin vibe.

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A summer tune released on March 12, 2014, evoking a refreshing image of summer.

In an interview with EMTG MUSIC, the members said, “We thought releasing a summer song in spring might energize listeners’ hearts—make them look forward to summer or feel like going on a trip.” Indeed.

It’s certainly a song that can put you in a positive mood.

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Ketsumeishi “Farewell, Tears”

Released in 2016 as the first single celebrating their 15th major debut anniversary, it was tied in with the DHC [F1] skincare commercial.

While it features the characteristically wistful melody of Ketsumeishi, the forward-looking lyrics are truly moving.

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Released in 2004 as the ninth single, the music video has a narrative and features comedian Masashi Kumada and the comedy duo Dainoji.

It’s a very popular song that has even been remade.

Simple yet filled with a sense of poignancy.

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Goodbye, see you again cover

A track included on the 5th album “Ketsunopolis 5,” released on August 29, 2007.

With the phrase “We’ll meet again in this place” resonating deeply, its lyrics view parting in a positive light, making it a perfect song to close an album or a live show.

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Ketsumeishi “Summer With You”

Released to mark the 15th anniversary of their major-label debut in 2016, it was chosen as the image song for KitKat Chocolatory.

The song carries a nostalgic feel, and the swell in the chorus really lifts your spirits.