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[Kirby BGM] Iconic and Popular Tracks from the Kirby Series

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

The music from the Kirby series is one of the most beloved soundtracks among game fans! Its wide range—from cute tunes to tense boss battle themes—is a big part of its charm.

There was even an orchestral concert held for the 25th anniversary! In this article, we’ll introduce Kirby series tracks that are adored even from a musical perspective.

In 2025, Kirby Air Riders for the Nintendo Switch 2 was announced and became a huge topic.

Be sure to revisit the classic masterpieces before the latest installment arrives!

[Kirby BGM] Famous and Popular Tracks from the Kirby Series (31–40)

VS. Meta KnightIshikawa Jun

VS. Meta Knight from Kirby's Dream Land (Atsushi Ishikawa) [Yohitsuji]

VS. Meta KnightIshikawa Jun

Meta Knight is one of Kirby’s rivals and a boss character on par with King Dedede.

This is the track used as the BGM during battles with him.

Its tense, anxiety-heightening tone is striking, isn’t it? It feels like it reflects Kirby’s emotions as he challenges the formidable Meta Knight.

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Kirby of the Stars: TitleIshikawa Jun

[SFC] Kirby Super Star Opening

Kirby of the Stars: TitleIshikawa Jun

This is the opening theme BGM from the Super Famicom classic, Kirby Super Star.

After the HAL Laboratory logo appears, the track kicks off with sparkling, shooting-star-like sound effects, launching into a bright, catchy, up-tempo tune that many Kirby fans will instantly recognize.

Although Kirby Super Star was released in 1996, it can now be played on Nintendo Switch, making this a beloved song among Kirby fans of all ages.

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Fountain of DreamsIkegami Tadashi

[Super Smash Bros. Melee] Fountain of Dreams

Fountain of DreamsIkegami Tadashi

The background music used on the stage “Fountain of Dreams” in Super Smash Bros.

Melee.

It’s a rich orchestral arrangement of the Kirby series track “Gourmet Race.” It was later brought back into the Kirby series in titles like Kirby Air Ride, becoming an official Kirby series BGM.

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King Dedede’s Theme VS. DededeIshikawa Jun

[BGM] Trolley Chase [Touch! Kirby]

King Dedede's Theme VS. DededeIshikawa Jun

One of the background music tracks used throughout the Kirby series, “King Dedede’s Theme,” also known as “VS.

Dedede,” is a BGM that plays during boss battles.

This is the version from Kirby Super Star Ultra.

The high-speed synth brass sound really gives it a retro feel!

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Kuu’s ThemeIkegami Tadashi

Coo's Theme - Kirby's Dream Land 2

Kuu’s ThemeIkegami Tadashi

This BGM first appeared in Kirby’s Dream Land 2.

It played when you combined with Coo, the owl character.

The Famicom-style sound is really nostalgic, isn’t it? Incidentally, it’s also the source material for the Chiba Lotte Marines’ cheering song “Chance Make Theme.”

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[Kirby BGM] Masterpieces and Popular Tracks from the Kirby Series (41–50)

BossIshikawa Jun

Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards - Normal Boss Battle BGM

BossIshikawa Jun

This is a BGM track included in Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards, released on March 24, 2000.

It’s used as the regular boss battle theme.

On the soundtrack, it’s track number 14.

Many people from that generation might recall it and feel a surge of excitement.

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Cloudy ParkAndo Hirokazu

LEVEL 6 CLOUDY PARK Kirby's Dream Land 2

Cloudy ParkAndo Hirokazu

The bouncy, chiptune-like sound is really striking.

It’s a piece composed by Hirokazu Ando that appears in Kirby’s Dream Land 2, released in 1995.

The track has a light, floating feel that’s wonderful, and within its gentle, friendly melody there’s a faint trace of sadness.

The more you listen, the more soothing it becomes.

It was also used as background music at the Kirby Café.

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