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KEYTALK's classic and popular songs

KEYTALK's classic and popular songs
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Let me introduce some songs by KEYTALK, a band known for their fun tracks often described as four-on-the-floor rock.

While many of their songs are catchy and poppy with a four-on-the-floor beat as the foundation, their background surprisingly includes jazz and classical influences.

Teranaka (vo./gt.) has experience in wind ensemble, and Ono (gt.) has a background in classical guitar.

What’s more, the band name KEYTALK is said to come from “Keytalk,” a piece by Hiromi Uehara, one of Japan’s leading jazz pianists.

If you listen with that unexpected background in mind, you might hear their music in a whole new way.

KEYTALK’s Classic and Popular Songs (1–10)

boys&girlsKEYTALK

KEYTALK – 「boys & girls」Special Movie
boys&girlsKEYTALK

This song, which was also used as the theme for Mezamashi Saturday, is the B-side of their 8th single, “MATSURIBAYASHI.” It’s a gentle track that’s perfect for waking up, but it also features call-and-response, making it a number that really heats up live performances.

MONSTER DANCEKEYTALK

KEYTALK/「MONSTER DANCE」MUSIC VIDEO
MONSTER DANCEKEYTALK

A festival song you won’t forget once you hear it.

The catchy lead guitar and chorus make your body move naturally, and, just like the title suggests, it’s a track that makes you want to dance.

In the Asian-flavored section, the whistle adds even more of a festive vibe, resulting in a distinctly borderless, genre-defying sound.

Love meKEYTALK

KEYTALK – November 23, 9th single “Love me” MUSIC VIDEO
Love meKEYTALK

It’s their ninth single and one of KEYTALK’s rarer types of songs—a love song that portrays a cute romance.

The choreography at the end of the chorus is adorable, and the members show it off in the music video.

It was also used in a commercial and included on KEYTALK’s latest album, PARADAISE, making it a popular track.

MATSURIBAYASHIKEYTALK

KEYTALK – 「MATSURI BAYASHI」 MUSIC VIDEO
MATSURIBAYASHIKEYTALK

This song was written and composed by Teranaka, the guitarist and vocalist.

He says it depicts his own awkward self from his middle school days—there was a cute girl, but he couldn’t talk to her or confess his feelings.

Even though the lyrics are somewhat pitiful, the song gives you courage like a cheer song.

fiction escapeKEYTALK

KEYTALK “fiction escape” 【PV】
fiction escapeKEYTALK

With its cute, poppy sound and bright lyrics, this track naturally lifts your spirits.

The music video is crafted like a collage of footage and illustrations, packing tons of fun into its brief two-and-a-half minutes.

The sense of unity with the audience at live shows is another charm.

A highly addictive song.

Setsuna YumemishiKEYTALK

KEYTALK / August 30, 2017 12th single “Setsuna Yumemishi” MUSIC VIDEO
Setsuna YumemishiKEYTALK

It’s a catchy song that sings of a bittersweet love.

The music video is highly polished and really links with the tones.

The guitar melody is distinctive, and the blend of a somewhat summer-festival vibe with a classic, tried-and-true rhythm is great! It’s sure to become an anthem.

HELLO WONDER LANDKEYTALK

KEYTALK – 「HELLO WONDERLAND」MUSIC VIDEO
HELLO WONDER LANDKEYTALK

Their 7th single is packed with so many words that at first you can hardly catch them without looking at the lyrics.

The lyrics themselves are extremely positive, making you want to listen again and again.

It’s a song that gives you a huge boost of energy.

The faint sound of the synth bells is beautiful.